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Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast

September 27, 2023

BayLights this weekend!

Friday, September 29 to Sunday, October 1

Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope

BayLights is the annual diocesan homecoming and event fundraiser for Beckwith Camp & Retreat Center. Come out for good food, fun, music, and fellowship. Stay at Beckwith for the whole weekend or come for a special event. You won't want to miss the drawdown to win a week in Tuscany, Italy or the Caribbean island of Antigua - winner's choice - for 2 or 4 people. Plus the popular online auction begins in September.

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October 8 is Murray House Sunday

Each October, we celebrate the mission and ministry of Murray House Assisted Living Residence in Mobile, an agency of the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast. Murray House has been caring for women and men of all races and religions with graciousness and hospitality since it was founded in 1829. Learn more about the history of Murray House here.

We ask you to join your prayers with ours for Murray House:

Creator God of us all, we give thanks for our older adults who call Murray House their home. We give thanks for the joy they have brought us, the laughter and the tears we have shared with them. We give thanks for their compassion, for their teaching, mentoring, and friendship. We name memories we have made with them, both the happy and joyous ones and the painful and lonely ones that have bonded us closer together and to you. We name service we have shared with them that has allowed us to be a community, drawn from an amazing array of talents, and shaped us for your kingdom. We name learning moments where their insights inspired ours and our thoughts inspired their learning to even greater heights. We have been richly blessed by your loving generosity in sharing these older adults with us, and we name them in our hearts and give thanks for them in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

If you would like to make a gift to Murray House, follow this link. Be sure to write Murray House Sunday in the notes/memo section. 

In Case You Missed It

• September 13 edition of Coastline READ
• New co-chair for the Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation READ
• Commission on the Integrity of Creation READ
• Congregation of Episcopal Church of the Redeemer signs Earth Care Pledge READ

Bishop Russell was featured as Christ Church, Pensacola's first special guest on their new podcast, Christ Church POPS. Listen on five available platforms: Spotify; Amazon Music; Castbox; Google Podcast; iHeartRadio.

Priesthood Ordinations in October

October 7, 2 p.m. ET (note timezone): The Rev. Stephen Pecot will be ordained at Trinity Episcopal Church in Apalachicola. Livestream link

October 11, 6 p.m. CT: The Rev. Brad Clark will be ordained at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Mobile. Livestream link

October 25, 6 p.m. CT: The Rev. John Fountain will be ordained at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church in Pensacola. Livestream link

Fall Clergy Conference

October 4-6 at Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope

All clergy in the diocese are invited to attend the annual retreat to relax, renew, and have fellowship with colleagues. Dr. Mark Jefferson will be the guest program leader.

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Clergy Spouse Retreat

October 6-8 at Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope

Robin Kendrick would like to extend an invitation to all clergy spouses to attend a weekend getaway to relax and enjoy Beckwith and the surrounding Fairhope area.

If you are a clergy spouse and did not receive an email from Robin earlier this week, please send an email to communications@diocgc.org to be sure we have your contact information.

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Becoming Beloved Community Sacred Conversations

October 7, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 100 St. James Place, Eufaula

Join us for a workshop that will provide insights into the causes and effects of racism. We explore unconscious bias, prejudice, white privilege, and ways to work together to Become the Beloved Community. This offering is required for those in parish leadership (such as vestry members) and at the diocesan level (including those serving on commissions, committees, agencies, or boards). It also qualifies for eight hours of clergy training/education for those who complete the full-day course. There is no fee to participate, but it requires the commitment to be engaged for the full day. Limited to 26 participants.

Please refer questions, by October 2, to: Joe McDaniel, Jr. 415-225-9066 or mcdanieljoe43@yahoo.com

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Pilgrimage to Equal Justice Initiative Memorial and Legacy Museum

Saturday, October 21

Montgomery, AL

The Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation is sponsoring a pilgrimage to the Equal Justice Initiative National Memorial for Peace and Justice and Legacy Museum.

We will travel by chartered motor coach. leaving from and returning to All Saints Episcopal Church in Mobile, AL. In Montgomery, we will visit both the National Memorial and the Legacy Museum. The Commission will provide the cost of transportation and tickets to the Museum and Memorial for a registration fee of $5.00.

Pilgrims are responsible for bringing their own lunch.

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Discipleship Day 2023

Saturday, October 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

St. Jude's, 200 Partin Dr. N., Niceville

We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of Discipleship Day in the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast! Mark your calendars for an enriching and inspiring day on Saturday, October 28, as we gather once again to strengthen our faith and community bonds. Our keynote speaker, Steven Tomlinson, Ph.D., is a renowned expert in the field of leadership and administration. Participants will have the opportunity to attend a selection of workshops focused on equipping church leaders with new skills that will revitalize existing ministries and pave the way for exciting new ventures.

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Wilmer Hall's Second Annual Family Movie Night

Sunday, November 5, 5:30 p.m.

Wilmer Hall, 3811 Old Shell Rd, Mobile

Sponsored by Lyon Fry Cadden Insurance to benefit Wilmer Hall on Sunday, November 5. Join us on the front lawn (3811 Old Shell Rd) at 5:30 p.m. with your blankets, chairs, drinks, snacks, and whatever you need to get cozy for a night at the movies under the stars! There will be a dinner option on site, as well as Frios Gourmet Pops!

The featured movie this year, “Night at the Museum 2,” will begin at 6 p.m.. Tickets are $10 per person or $40 MAX per family. Please plan to join us for a great time and awesome family fun!

October 5: Fish Fry; St. Peter's, Bon Secour

October 7: Catch the Spirit Arts and Crafts Festival; Holy Cross, Pensacola

October 7: Pet Blessing and Adoption Event; St. Paul's, Foley

October 14: The Market on Blue Angel Parkway; Holy Trinity, Pensacola

October 18: Wednesday Night Dinner; St. Francis, Gulf Breeze



October 28: BBQ & Blues; Advent, Lillian

November 4: Sporting Clay Shoot; St. Paul's, Foley

November 4: Holiday Market; St. Monica's, Cantonment

November 4: Tenth Annual Speckled Trout Fishing Tournament; St. Paul's Chapel, Magnolia Springs

November 11: CPR Training Class; St. Monica's, Cantonment

Events beyond six weeks out can be found at www.diocgc.org/church-and-community-events

Two positions available

Beckwith Camp and Conference Center is hiring a full-time director of programs and hospitality and a full-time maintenance, grounds, and hospitality person. To learn more about each position, visit their website.

Part-time or full-time Director of Youth Ministry

Christ Church Parish, Pensacola is seeking a part-time or full-time director of youth ministry. To learn more about the position, visit their website.

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry out of ICU

Following surgery last week to remove an adrenal gland and attached mass, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry has been moved from the intensive care unit of the hospital to a standard hospital room. He will continue his recovery there, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Please continue to uplift Bishop Curry, his family, and his whole medical team in your prayers.

The Episcopal Church Public Affairs Office will provide updates at www.episcopalchurch.org/public-affairs/.

October 1

St. John's, Robertsdale

October 7

Priesthood Ordination (Pecot) at Trinity, Apalachicola

October 8

St. Luke's, Marianna

October 11

Priesthood Ordination (Clark) at St. Paul's, Mobile

Printable versions of the prayer cycles are available at www.diocgc.org/cycle-of-prayer.

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