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Laura Hepker found her way to The Table, Indianapolis, through an online workshop during the season of Lent in 2021 that focused on Racism and Repentance. Hepker had moved several times before arriving in Indianapolis that year, and part of becoming rooted in her new hometown meant finding a church where she belonged. “I came here the first time, and I knew The Table was the place for me,” she said.
The Rev. Matt Tebbe, Rev. Ben Sternke, and Rev. Spencer Ruark serve as co-rectors of The Table. All three of them hold other jobs in addition to their work as priests. Matt and Ben co-founded Gravity Leadership, a discipleship training organization for pastors and leaders. Spencer is a Realtor who also serves as Board Chair of 91 Place, which provides housing and support to youth experiencing homelessness.
Learn more about The Table, Indianapolis by reading the full article here.
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New Diocesan Communications Coordinator | |
Please help us welcome Lauren Hacker as Diocesan Communications Coordinator! Lauren has experience both working and volunteering in church communications. She grew up in Northwest Indiana and has lived in Indianapolis since college. Lauren graduated from University of Indianapolis with a Bachelors of Art and holds a Master of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary. Lauren has been praying about her next adventure and finds herself excited to become a part of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis! She works directly with Elise Shrock, Director of Communications, and in collaboration with Canon Kristin White. Lauren's goal is to create relationships and be a resource for congregations throughout the Diocese. She looks forward to getting to know you and your church, and helping figure out how to best amplify the good news that you have to share.
Email Lauren at this link.
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Lenten Quiet Day at Church of the Nativity, Indianapolis
March 4
| Join the Church of the Nativity, Indianapolis, for a time of silence, prayer, and contemplation on Saturday, March 4, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Eastern. Nativity will provide stations for silent prayer, devotional exercises, meditative walking, music, and more. Fr. Ben Wyatt will be available onsite for anyone desiring spiritual conversation, and he will offer a talk from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Eastern. The event is free, with a suggested donation of $10. | |
A Plea for Healing: Interfaith Prayer Service at St. Paul's, Indianapolis
March 7
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St. Paul's, Indianapolis invites you to A Plea for Healing on Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. This interfaith prayer service is convened by Angela Brown and the Faith, Justice, and the Arts initiative of St. Paul's Indy. Civic, arts, and faith leaders from across Central Indiana will lead a one-hour service of prayer, music, spoken word, and dance to unify the community and promote healing together. Admission is free.
Learn more about A Plea for Healing at this link.
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Lay Eucharistic Visitor Training offered Online
March 15
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Registration is now open for on-line LEV training to be held on Wednesday, March 15 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Central.
Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEVs) extend the hospitality of the Sunday Eucharist to those who cannot be present with the gathered community. Clergy or the person charged with pastoral oversight in a congregation extend invitations to people called to serve in the LEV role. Those seeking to be licensed as LEVs must attend this virtual training and complete Safe Church requirements, including a background check. Learn more about requirements at this link.
Additional trainings are scheduled June 17 and September 7. Registration for those dates will open following the March training.
Contact the Rev. Mary Taflinger with questions. Register here.
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Wardens' Call with Bishop Jennifer
March 16
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Bishop Jennifer invites wardens currently serving churches throughout the diocese to join a Zoom conversation on Thursday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern/6:00 p.m. Central Time with the Bishop and members of her staff. The call will include important information about the role of junior and senior wardens, time for questions, and the opportunity to meet other wardens. Clergy are welcome to attend. Click here to register for this meeting. The call will be recorded and available for wardens and clergy who are unable to attend.
Register for the call. Contact The Rev. Canon Kristin White with questions.
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Faith and Activism through Revolutionary Love at Christian Theological Seminary
March 20
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Grace Unlimited Campus Ministry invites you to an evening with Valerie Kaur on Monday, March 20 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern, in Shelton Auditorium at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. Kaur is a renowned civil rights leader, lawyer, award-winning filmmaker, educator, innovator, and is the best-selling author of See No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love. This event is free and open to the public.
Learn more at this link. RSVP here.
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IndyDio Pride Swag Contest
Submit Designs by April 2
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We’re looking for some new designs for the Diocese of Indianapolis’s presence at Pride celebrations around the state this summer! In recent years we have had t-shirts that communicate the message of God’s inclusive love as preached in our churches, and help create a unified visual impact in Pride parades. If you have ideas for other kinds of swag to hand out along the parade route and at the booth, send them in. Designs may include words and images. Design submissions are welcome from all people, whether or not they are Episcopalian. Winning designers will receive bragging rights and a $200 honorarium.
Net proceeds of any sales of Pride items will support Trinity Haven, a cooperating ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis.
Learn more about the contest at this link.
Submit your design here by April 2.
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Episcopal Women's Ministry Online Spring Gathering
April 15
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Bishop Cate Waynick will speak at the Episcopal Women's Ministry spring gathering, entitled Rest and Self-Care: God's Sabbath Gift to Us. It will take place Saturday, April 15 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern/12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Central. The gathering will focus on sabbath living, and prioritizing time for God, for rest, and for self-care. Registrants will receive a welcome packet with both serious and playful resources in preparation. All are welcome to participate. Registration is free.
Register at this link.
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Spring Men’s Weekend Retreat at Waycross
May 5-7
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The theme of this year's men’s retreat, May 5-7 at Waycross Camp and Conference Center, is Growing our Relationship with God. It will focus on fellowship, sharing our stories, and learning new spiritual practices. We will have several sessions with Dan Hoffman, a retreat leader who is a Spiritual Director. There will also be plenty of spontaneous time for hiking, reading, relaxing, conversations, or reflection. We will have opportunities for community prayer time, music, spiritual reflection, Labyrinth walking, and a fire circle at night. Accommodations range in price from $170-$280 per person.
Learn more and register at this link.
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A New Tool for Communications Requests | |
Sharing the stories of how we are living into our diocesan mission across central and southern Indiana is one of the most important things we do. In order to help us do that more effectively, please complete this link with your submissions for events happening in your congregation or neighborhood. If you have an idea for a feature story, please email [email protected]. | |
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2022 Parochial Reports
Due March 15
| The annual parochial report is a summary of the life of a congregation, collecting data about a church's ministries, finances, and membership. While no one document can express the whole of a congregation's story, the parochial report records data over time, allowing congregational and diocesan leaders, and future historians, to identify trends and inflection points. As in recent years, the statistical data on the parochial report is supplemented by narrative questions. Congregations are required to file their 2022 parochial reports by March 15, 2023. The parochial report is filed online at this link; detailed instructions can be found here. For help logging in, please contact Canon Brendan O'Sullivan-Hale. | |
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March 5: St. Paul’s, Evansville | The Rev. Holly Rankin Zaher
March 13: St. Paul’s, Jeffersonville | Mr. Ben Sapp, Senior Warden
In March, pray for the work of the Commission on Ministry of the Diocese.
See the Cycle of Prayer.
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Prayer for Youth Ministry | |
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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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St. Paul's, Evansville
Organist
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St. Paul’s, Evansville seeks an organist to collaborate with the choir director, leading the congregation in musical worship in an intentionally broad Anglican liturgical tradition. The responsibilities include Sunday morning worship, practicing with the choir on Wednesday evenings, and other events. Salary will reflect education and experience. For further information, please contact the Rev. Holly Rankin Zaher, Rector
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Until an organist is found, St. Paul’s seeks a supply week-to-week organist. The weekly compensation starts at $150/week.
Learn more and apply.
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Trinity, Bloomington
Director of Music
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Trinity Episcopal Church in Bloomington, IN seeks a new Director of Music. You may download the detailed position announcement here. Interested persons who wish to apply are asked to respond by March 5, sending a letter of application and a resumé of their church music experience by email. Anticipated start date: May 1, 2023. | |
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