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News for the Weeks of
March 5 and 12, 2017
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"What has been is what will be,
and what has been done is what will be done;
there is nothing new under the sun."
- Ecclesiastes 1:9
In two weeks, my service as the Lutheran and Episcopal campus minister at the University of Kentucky will be coming to an end. In the midst of this transition, I have been reflecting on the enduring character of the chapel and its importance to the university community. Eleven years ago, when I was a student at the chapel, our campus ministry became the first and only Christian organization on campus to endorse the creation of an LGBTQ center. At the time, the proposal to open such a center was highly controversial. Yet even today, with all of the changes in society, St. A's remains the only Christian organization on campus at events like the "LGBTQ Welcome Back Fair."
In recent years, St. A's had made it practice to show up with cookies and good theology whenever hate preachers arrive at the University of Kentucky. One of the more interesting things to happen last semester was a visit by Jeb Smock during the week of October 31
st.
With the impending 500
th anniversary of the Reformation on our minds, we brainstormed pastorally and theologically appropriate responses to his visit. We invited every other Christian campus ministry to partner with us in a response (sadly, they declined). Then we turned to theological heritage that we have as Episcopalians and Lutheran. It seemed to us that the "turn or burn" theology of Jed and his associates is a modern equivalent of the preaching of John Tetzel.
A quick call to our graphic designer later, we had a new banner (Lutherans: Confronting Abusive Street Preachers Since 1517). And it worked! Students responded, photos of our banner went viral, and Brother Jed & Co. took an extended break from yelling at students to argue their case to us. It would be going too far to say that genuine dialogue occurred, but we did achieve one breakthrough: this visit was free of the more inflammatory preaching that had characterized previous visits.
While the banner was new, the chaplain of St. A's taking a public stance in favor of tolerance and inclusion was not. For example, in 1979 Fr. Hubbell was one of the few religious leaders on campus to speak out against a much earlier visit by Brother Jed (who has spent the last 40 years screaming at students). This is another example of the unique and enduring witness of the chapel to the university community.
As I leave St. Augustine's for a second time, I am even more appreciative for the faithful ministry of my predecessors. The chapel has been blessed by the leadership of courageous men and women who are passionate about student ministry. As I pray for my successor, I know that our campus ministry will continue to be a place of bold witness to the Gospel and faithful ecumenical partnership. This enduring witness is as important as ever at our state's flagship university.
In Christ,
Pastor Dana Lockhart
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We Are in the Jesus Movement!
Innumerable thanks go to all the people who made the 121
st Convention of the Diocese of Lexington a reality. The people of St. Michael's, Lexington were gracious and helpful hosts! The people who offered their gifts for the convention choir as well as the instrumental music for the afternoon led our music gloriously. All who served as tellers, pages, and volunteers made the day run smoothly. We are grateful for those who allowed themselves to be nominated for diocesan offices, and for those who are currently serving in those offices, we give thanks. Having Bishop Larry Maze serve as chaplain was a true gift.
We are thankful that all clergy and deputies took time to participate in our governance together. This is not an exhaustive list, but please know- to those of you who shared your time for convention, we are very thankful.
Resolutions and Budget:
Three resolutions were passed, whose final texts will be available on the new website next month, and we will be sharing information on how your faith community can implement R-2 and R-3 in the coming editions of the DioLink.
- R-1 allows a member of the Standing Committee to serve as the Committee's president. Previously, only a priest could serve as the president of Standing Committee.
- R-2 Affirms that the Diocese of Lexington will commit to welcoming refugees and immigrants.
- R-3 Promotes all faith communities to participate in a study to dismantle racism.
The budgets that were presented to the convention were passed in the form that was affirmed by the Executive Council at their February 4 meeting.
Elections:
The following people were elected to Executive Council for a 3-year term: Lisa Johnson, Christ Church Cathedral, Lexington; Kat Luchtefeld, Good Shepherd, Lexington; Susan Leo, St. Mary's, Middlesboro; Jemima Roberts, St. Andrew's, Lexington; The Rev. Aelred Dean, St. Mary's, Middlesboro; and The Rev. Margaret Shanks, Resurrection, Jessamine County.
The Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, Trinity, Danville and Carolyn Witt Jones, Christ Church Cathedral, were elected to serve a 3-year term on the Standing Committee.
Our lay deputies to the 2018 General Convention are Mary T Yeiser, Emmanuel, Winchester; Dave Sevigny, St. Raphael's, Lexington; Ann Davis McClain, St. Peter's, Paris; and Jim Ware, Christ Church Cathedral, Lexington. Our clergy deputies are The Rev. Cn. Elise Johnstone, Diocese of Lexington (chair); The Rev. Laurie Brock, St. Michael's, Lexington; The Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, Trinity, Danville; and The Rev. Peter Doddema, St. Philip's, Harrodsburg. Our lay alternates are Holli Powell, Christ Church Cathedral, Lexington, Tracey Werner-Wilson, St. Michael's, Lexington; Tracey Herzer Huston, St. John's, Corbin; and J. Marshall, St. Alban's, Morehead. Our clergy alternates are The Rev Keila Thomas, St. Alban's, Morehead; The Rev. Jeff Queen, St. Andrew's, Ft. Thomas; The Rev. Matthew Young, St. Paul's, Newport; and The Rev. Joe O'Brochta, Trinity, Covington.
Allison Moreman, Good Shepherd, Lexington was elected for a 3-year term as a lay member of the Board of Trustees to the University of the South.
Revisiting the Messages of Convention:
Sharing Gratitude at Diocesan Convention:
The Convention was able to share its thanks with the members of the 2016-17 Standing Committee (The Rev. Peter D'Angio, The Rev. Matthew Young, The Rev. Paula Ott, David Johnson, Dale Chapman, and JP Brantley) and our diocesan Chancellor, Mary T. Yeiser for the immense and hard work they accomplished during this past year regarding the suspension of Dr. Douglas Hahn.
The Convention was also able to share its gratitude with The Rev. Bob Sessum, and his wife, Donna, who after 23 years of ministry both with the Diocese of Lexington and the wider church, will be moving to be close to family in North Carolina. Bob has shared his thanks for the recognition of the Convention below:
Dear Deputies of the Diocese of Lexington Convention:
Thank you for the resolution addressing my long tenure in the Diocese of Lexington at the Convention Saturday. My full attention as I came forward was to see the resolution as Bishop Bruce was reading it and then make a most intelligent genuine response. Then to my amazement, you all the full convention were acknowledging me with a standing rousing applause. And then I lost it as I was trying quickly to respond. However, warm emotions overcame me. I am not very often at a loss for words but after this display of gratitude, I was about to become an everlasting water fountain and could hardly get a word spoken. I do think I uttered some type of thanks; I hope I did. You all certainly overwhelmed me beyond words I can ever express.
You as deputies (clergy and lay) of the Convention will never know how much the presentation, gifts and standing rousing applause spoke to me as acknowledging my ministry in the Diocese these past twenty-three years.
As many of you know we are leaving Lexington as it has become necessary for a number of reasons to be with our only family, our son, our daughter-in-law and our only grandson, Holden. But I also learned Saturday afternoon without a shadow of doubt we have a much bigger family in the Diocese of Lexington who also loves us very much. That is what overwhelmed me and will go with us into this journey and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I am so grateful that our paths have crossed and that is why it so hard to enter this new phase in the journey but with your love going with us it will be much easier.
Faithfully yours,
Bob+
by The Rev. Canon Elise B. Johnstone, Canon to the Ordinary
The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington
To view and download images from the 121st Convention of the Diocese of Lexington,
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 We give thanks to
The Rev. Phillip Haug, upon his completion of interim ministry at St. John's, Versailles. Phillip has ably served as the interim there since November 2015, and with his completion of this time in ministry, he and his wife, Anna, will now be preparing to move to be closer to family in Virginia. He served for a number of years as the Vicar of the Church of Our Saviour, Madison County, and as the Interim Rector at a number of parishes in the Diocese. In addition, he chaired the diocesan Communications Commission, and when the Diocesan Convention honored him for that work a few years ago, we, as a diocese, continued to receive his wisdom and leadership through his good and faithful work as a gifted interim priest. Phillip and Anna, you will be missed, and you go into this next phase of your life with our prayers and gratitude!
And Saying Welcome!
It is with great excitement that St. John's, Versailles welcomes
The Rev. Dana Lockhart! He has served as the Lutheran-Episcopal Campus Minister at the University of Kentucky for the last two years and he will begin this new journey in ministry with St. John's mid-March. While we will be sad to have him move on from ministry at UK (see the opening article in today's Link), we are heartened that he will continue in ministry here in the Diocese of Lexington. He is a rostered pastor with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in American, with whom The Episcopal Church is in full communion. Dana is married to Rebecca and they have a daughter, Beatrice. Many blessings to The Rev. Dana Lockhart and St. John's Versailles, as they begin this new time in ministry together!
A New Partnership
The Rev. Sandy Stone, the Rector of St. Martha's, Lexington, has additionally begun serving as the Interim Pastor for Word of Hope Lutheran Church (ELCA). Word of Hope worships at 9:30 a.m. and St. Martha's worships at 11 a.m. on Sundays. St. Martha's began worshipping at Word of Hope in Summer 2016, and she started the combined role of Rector of St. Martha's and Interim Pastor of Word of Hope in January 2017. We have been blessed for over the last 17 years to have the full communion agreement with the ELCA and continue to partner with our ELCA brothers and sisters here at St. Martha's and Word of Hope as well as in other ways.
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St. George's Day at the Cathedral Domain
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St. Agnes House: Executive Director
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Forward Movement: Design and Production Lead
This position is responsible for providing creative and compelling design for print, digital, and web projects, and for serving as the production manager for products and resources. The design and production lead will collaborate with Forward Movement staff on a variety of projects, from books and pamphlets to online offerings and marketing materials. The ideal candidate should be skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) and have some knowledge of web design. The employee should be a creative team player with a keen sense of how to design for different media. This person should have the ability to deliver quality products on deadline and in a fast-paced environment. An entrepreneurial and playful spirit is essential. Please click here for the full job description. The deadline is March 7, 2017.
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Bishop Caldwell's Visitation Schedule
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Webinar on welcoming refugees slated for March 8
With the resolution passed at Diocesan Convention, this webinar can share more about how our congregations can support refugees:
Episcopal Migration Ministries is hosting a one-hour free webinar,
Love in Action: Episcopal Churches Welcome Refugees, on Wednesday, March 8 at 4 p.m.
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KCC Justice Reform Workshops
You are invited to attend a workshop sponsored by the Kentucky Council of Churches on Jesus and Justice: Christian Responses to Crime and Punishment. There will be two workshops in Lexington. The first will take place at Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Church on Monday, March 13, at 6:30pm. The second will be at Quinn Chapel AME Church on Tuesday, March 21 at 6:30pm.
See the attached flyer. Please promote with your congregations. Remember that Pope Francis has asked us to do things that will change our hearts to care more about each other this Lent. He says, "In his annual Lenten message, the Pope writes, "Indifference to our neighbor and to God also represents a real temptation for us Christians. Each year during Lent we need to hear once more the voice of the prophets who cry out and trouble our conscience."
We hope that you and your parishioners will join us that evening to learn more about some serious concerns facing society today.
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Kanuga Announces Two Upcoming Conferences in June 2017
Kanuga has announced two upcoming conferences. More will be written about these conferences in a future issue of DioLink. In the meantime, to view and download the flyer, please
click here.
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Volunteer for Reading Camp
 Do you want to help change the life of a child this summer? Reading Camp volunteer applications are available now!
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CAMP ANNOUNCEMENTS
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YOUTH EVENT REGISTRATION DEADLINES
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2017 Episcopal Youth Event (EYE17) for youth in grades 9-12 and their adult leaders.
Where: Oklahoma Central University
When: July 10-14, 2017
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Summer Camp Registration is Open!
Camp registration is now open for all summer camps! Check out our summer camp offerings online now (
www.cathedraldomain.org) so that you can choose the perfect fit for your camper.
We are pleased to announce the following specialty camps for this summer:
Theatre Camp (July 2-8)
A unique educational theatre experience for campers to participate in theatre classes, rehearsals, and a final theatrical production. For graduates of grades 5-12.
Camp Rock (July 23-29)
A place for beginner and intermediate rock climbers learn more about climbing. For graduates of grades 7-12.
Camp Indian Summer (October 21-22)
An opportunity for grown-up kids of all ages to leave their worries and responsibilities at the foot of the mountain and spend a few days being a kid again. Ages 21+.
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Church of the Ascension,
311 Washington Street, Frankfort KY 40601
Church of the Ascension Episcopal and Kentucky State University, Division of Fine Arts, Present in Recital: John B. Martin, Organist. Organ enthusiasts - this combination of classical and modern pieces is not to be missed! Reception following in the parish hall. Open to all, and free of charge.
Contact: John B. Martin, music@ascensionfrankfort.org, 502-223-0557
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/382555575435324/
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Weekday mornings during Lent: March 2 through April 13 at 8am
Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
We invite you to meet God each weekday morning of our Lenten journey through Morning Prayer, beginning Thursday, March 2, through Maundy Thursday, April 13. It is in prayer that we can watch and look for the signs of new life that will come with the resurrection of our Savior. In our Episcopal tradition, we seek God in community as we pray together. Our Cathedral staff and clergy will help lead morning prayer as we seek God's life and insight. Morning Prayer will begin each weekday at 8:00am in the Chapel and will last 15 to 20 minutes. If you would like to help lead a service, be an intercessor or a reader, please contact The Rev. Brent Owens at
bowens@ccclex.org or 859-254-4497.
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March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and April 7, 6:30-8:30pm
Each week we will meet at a different location.
Young Adults: join us for lively conversation, great sushi, and good times together. There's no agenda and all are welcome!
March 3 - Miyako (2547 Richmond Rd.)
March 10 - Hospitality at Home (TBA)
March 17 - Cathedral Fish Fry
March 24 - Sushi Blue (185 Pasadena Dr. #130)
March 31 - Asuka (2300 Sir Barton Way #110)
April 7 - Tomo (848 E High St.)
Contact: The Rev. Kate Byrd,
kbyrd@ccclex.org, 859-254-4497
Please
click here to visit the Young Adults page on the Cathedral website.
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Five Sundays: March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2 at 4pm
St. John's Episcopal Church, 210 N. Main, Versailles, KY 40383
LENTEN STUDY GROUP: An Introduction to Dreamwork as Christian Spiritual Practice, Five Sundays beginning March 5, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in St. John's Parish Hall. A light potluck supper to follow (soup/sandwich), please bring a dish to share. All materials for the study group will be provided.
March 5: Understanding that God is the Flow of Life; Wisdom's Manifestation, March 12: Wisdom Carried Forward in the Teachings of Jesus, March 19: Wisdom Among the First Christians, March 26: Awakening to Wisdom in our Own Day, April 2: Beginning to Look at Your Dreams as Wisdom.
The Study Group will be led by Joyce Hudson and The Rt. Rev. Larry E. Maze.
Joyce Rockwood Hudson, a recent new member at St. John's, is the author of many books, the latest being her revision of her own
Natural Spirituality. She has taught and lectured extensively on topics around the works of the psychiatrist, Carl Jung, especially as it relates to his emphasis on dreamwork as the best tool for self discovery. She is a member of the faculty of the Haden Institute in Hendersonville, NC., and lives in Frankfort.
The Rt. Rev. Larry E. Maze, also a new member at St. John's, is the retired Bishop of Arkansas. He has studied the works of Carl Jung for 30 years and has taught and lectured throughout the Southeast on Jungian Spirituality. For the past 15 years he and Joyce often found themselves teaching together through the Haden Institute, where he is also a faculty member. He and his partner, George Abbott, live in Frankfort.
Contact: Katherine Harper,
kathewen@aol.com, 859-285-9336
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Lenten Wednesdays: March 8, 15, 22 & 29
6pm Dinner, 6:30pm Program
Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
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March 10, 17 and 31, 5:30-7pm
Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew and the Cathedral Choirs are hosting Fish Fridays in Lent March 10, 17 & 31, 5:30-7:00pm in the Great Hall. Tickets will be sold on Sundays or you can RSVP by emailing Robert Fugate at
robert.fugate@kyfb.com. Tickets are $8 for dine in and $9 for carryout. Please
click here to view and share this event on Facebook.
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Parents of Little Ones (POLO) is a group of young parents/parents of young children who seek to cultivate relationships with other parents while allowing their children (0-6) to play and form friendships. POLO will meet at Christ Church Cathedral to drop off your kids for free childcare with the nursery. Then we will head to
Saul Good at 123 N Broadway for dinner and adult time.
Cost: Free childcare!
Contact: The Rev. Kate Byrd,
kbyrd@ccclex.org, 859-254-4497
Please
click here to visit the Young Adults page on the Cathedral website.
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First and Third Thursdays of each month
Varying locations
Are you a young adult looking for conversation and fellowship in an organic, non-judgmental setting? Then join us for Theology on Tap on the first and third Mondays of each month at popular bars around Lexington. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome at the table!
Please click here to visit the Young Adults page on the CCC website.
Contact: The Rev. Kate Byrd, kbyrd@ccclex.org, 859-254-4497
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Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
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Sunday, March 5, 2017 (Lent 1)
The Spouses, Partners, and Widows of the Clergy of the Diocese of Lexington
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Garland Barr
Frances Barr
Jennifer Bezy
Virginia Birney
Colleen Bivens
Bob Booth
Virginia Boss
Linda Brown
Millie Burkhart
Drew Byrd
Brenda Caldwell
Doris Carlisle
Gail Carpenter
Pat Cline
Martie Conaway
Ken Cottrell
Nancy Dawson
Nicole Doddema
Terry Durbin
Neil Eklund
James Elledge
Jean Ellestad
Darrell Estes
Alan Fryar
Mary Lou Garland
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Joan Hackley
Sharon Hartling
Anna Haug
Amanda Hege
Emily Henderson
Gregory Hinson
Becky Horine
Scott Howard
Terry Huey
Martha Hughes
Mary Kay Insko
Billy Jones
Connie Kibler
Rosa Landrum
Mildred Lawrence
Ellen Linder
Jane Madden
Florence Mayer
Jared Meaux
David Mussetter
Jenny Neat
Stephen Ott
Malinda Owens
Doris Parsons
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Gail Pennington
Pattie Pierce
Nancy Pike
Rebecca Plank
Shelia Runge
Don Saager
Dan Sena
Donna Sessum
Ryan Shrauner
Victoria Slocum
Judi Sutherland
John Thomas
Richelle Thompson
Sharon Valentine
Barbara Waldman-Ward
Constance Washam
Susan Weatherford
Kevin Willis
Joan Willoughby
Edwin Woodruff Tait
Garland Wright
David Zwick
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Sunday, March 12, 2017 (Lent 2)
Grace Church, Florence
The Rev. Gretchen Weller, Priest in Charge
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