From the Bishop: Sabbatical Information | |
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As you may know, I begin my sabbatical on May 1 and I’ve been heartened by your prayers and good wishes as I anticipate this time of rest and renewal. As I make the last preparations for this time away I wanted to remind you of the provisions that will be in place for the ongoing pastoral and spiritual care of our diocese.
During the time of sabbatical and the vacation that follows (May 1 to September 6) I will remain the ecclesiastical authority of the Diocese. Bishops Douglas Sparks of Northern Indiana and Deon Johnson of Missouri will be available to handle any disciplinary or pastoral needs that should arise.
Read the full text of Bishop Jennifer's letter at this link.
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St. Paul's, Indy to Host Diocesan Convention | |
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Clergy, delegates, alternates, and all who are interested in taking part: Bishop Jennifer is glad to announce that the 186th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis will be held at St. Paul’s, Indianapolis, November 10-11, 2023. Please save the date for workshops, prayer, and dinner on Friday afternoon and evening, November 10, and for the convention business, keynote, Bishop’s Address, and Eucharist on Saturday, November 11.
Hotel reservations are available at a reduced event rate at the Drury Plaza Hotel. Link for reservations coming soon. Please contact Kim Christopher with questions.
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We are grateful for the Rev. Deacon Fatima Yakubu-Madus who, since February 2018, has faithfully served on bishop’s staff as the part-time missioner for community engagement and has recently concluded her time in this position. Deacon Fatima has strengthened our diocesan involvement in ministries related to hunger and food insecurity, overseen our Episcopal Relief and Development participation and our asset map, and built community linkages that continue to bear fruit. In addition, her visits to many of our congregations helped to strengthen our work on the ground as we continue to stand with the vulnerable and marginalized and transform systems of injustice. Deacon Fatima will continue to be active around our diocese and we wish her well as she continues to serve God and the church.
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Celebration of New Ministry | |
Grace Unlimited Campus Ministry at Butler University and Father Sam Vaught gathered with Bishop Jennifer for their Celebration of New Ministry on Sunday, April 23. Students and representatives of both the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis and the Indiana-Kentucky Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America shared in the festivities. | | |
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The Rev. Dr. Beth Macke | Retiring from St. Stephen’s, New Harmony
Gracious God, we thank you for the work and witness of your servant who has enriched this community and brought gladness to friends and family; now bless and preserve her at this time of transition. Amen
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IndyDio Communications Office Hours
May 17
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Looking for resources to begin a new communications project? Interested in expanding your best practices in communications? Have you hit a snag and need to phone a friend? Take advantage of the new IndyDio Communications Office Hours! This is a quarterly zoom offering where our communications staff can give quick advice, sound boarding, or lead you to new resources.
Our first one is on May 17th from 1:00 p.m.-2:40 p.m. Appointments are 20 minutes each and provide a quick check-in on a designated project. Just fill out this form to book your spot and where you'll provide more details about the project you'd like to discuss.
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Save the Date: Pride Parade and Festival June 10 | |
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The Indy Pride Festival is set for Saturday, June 10.
Schedule of events:
- 9 a.m. Prayer Service at Chatham Commons Park
- 10 a.m. Parade
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Diocesan Booth
Watch future newsletters for more information about taking part in Pride.
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Notice. Give. Make. Bless. | |
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What if your personal spiritual practice of gratitude could impact thousands of people in life-giving ways? United Thank Offering (UTO) is a way to practice gratitude and change the world. Notice the good things that happen each day. Give thanks to God for your blessings. Make an offering for each blessing. Your blessing becomes a blessing for others.
UTO offers an ingathering kit with all the supplies you need for just $10.00!
Order kits at this link. Contact [email protected] with questions.
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Friday is the Last Day for Feedback for 2024 Budget Process | |
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At its April 1 meeting, the Executive Council of the Diocese adopted a budget process proposed by the Budget Formation Committee for 2024.
The Budget Formation Committee seeks ideas and feedback from the wider diocese in advance of preparing the first draft in May. To guarantee consideration, feedback must be received by April 28, 2023. Members of the diocese can submit input using an online form. The Rev. C. Davies Reed, chair of the Budget Formation Committee, and Dr. Laurel Cornell, Treasurer of the diocese, also welcome personal conversations.
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Deadline for Reporting on Resolution 2 is May 1 | |
The deadline for reporting the vote on whether to adopt the Covenant to Root Out Racism is due from your vestry, bishop’s committee, or diocesan ministry by May 1. You can find more information here.
Please use this form to report your vestry's or ministry's vote.
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April 30: St. Philips, Indianapolis | The Rev. Michelle Roos
May 7: St. Paul’s, Indianapolis | The Rev. Dr. John Denson, The Rev. Barbara Kempf, The Rev. Jeffrey Bower, The Rev. Patrick Burke
In April, pray for the work being accomplished by the United Thank Offering, and in May, pray for the work of the Standing Committee of the Diocese
See the Cycle of Prayer.
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Prayer for Youth Ministry | |
Gracious and loving God, you created all people in your image. Grant that youth in the Diocese of Indianapolis may grow to know your love so deeply, that by it they are transformed. Grant courage and wisdom to those who work to create and support ministries through which these youth may encounter you. All this we ask through your son, our savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. | |
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