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Read Bishop Duckworth's Contribution to Living Compass' Lenten Devotional | |
"Generosity embodies a virtue that transcends more than material giving.
Sometimes we are the givers and sometimes we are the ones on the receiving end of these gifts, but in
whatever role, we are called to open our hearts with grace and humility."
— The Rt. Rev. Shannon Rogers Duckworth
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You're invited to the annual diocesan Blessed Gaudet Evensong, happening Sunday, March 30 at 5 PM at Historic St. Luke's, NOLA. Join us for an uplifting service with Bishop Shannon Duckworth as officiant and Chaplain Casey Duncan as preacher. |
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Mass of Collegiality with Renewal of Ordination Vows
Monday, April 14 at 11 a.m.
Christ Church Cathedral
2919 Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
The Rt. Reverend Shannon Rogers Duckworth
Celebrant
The Rt. Reverend Michael Rinehart
Preacher
Clergy please vest in cassock, surplice, and red stoles.
Chrism oil will be available.
Lunch will be served afterward in Stuart Hall.
Spouses and partners are also invited.
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Clergy: Your presence is strongly encouraged, as this time together is a vital part of our shared mission.
Please RSVP below by March 26, 2025.
| | One Diocese, One Book: a Lenten Study | | | |
Zoom Every Thursday Evening Throughout Lent
The Racial Healing Commission selected The Night Is Long But Light Comes In The Morning: Meditations For Racial Healing by Dr. Catherine Meeks to guide us in this journey. Dr. Meeks, former Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing, offers profound reflections on racial injustice, drawing on her personal experiences and spiritual insights.
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In the foreword, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry writes, “These meditations are for you, and for all who dare to join this journey toward deep healing.”
This diocesan-wide study aims to:
- Encourage personal and collective reflection on racial healing in ourselves, our churches, and communities.
- Foster dialogue about race and faith, and explore practical steps for healing and justice.
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We invite each parish to form a study group. For those without a group, weekly Zoom discussions will be held each Thursday during Lent.
Upcoming Zoom Time/Dates:
Each Thursday during Lent at 6:30 PM CT
| | Worship, share, laugh, and connect with friends old and new, all with that laid-back NOLA rhythm. Think powerful speakers, honest conversations, soulful worship, and plenty of time to soak up the spirit of the city—whether that’s over a cup of chicory coffee, a plate of beignets, or a long walk under the oaks. Recovery, community, and a little bit of jazz. Let The Good Times Roll! | | The Little Box of Good News™ Team has been busy sharing their wonderful faith formation subscription box with families and churches across the diocese, and guess what? There's even more exciting things in the works—beyond the box! | | | | |
Click HERE to join our Little Box Good News™ Newsletter. We send out a concise weekly update on all things Little Box of Good News™!
| | Little Weekend of Good News | | |
When: June 21-22, 2025
Where: Grace Church, St. Francisville
Cost: $25/person ($100 max/family)
The Little Weekend of Good News is a fun-filled two day retreat that will leave your whole family feeling energized and empowered to live your faith in your family life.
| | Little Podcast of Good News | | |
Launching in April -- the Little Podcast of Good News brings you everyday ideas for learning about and living out the way of Jesus in your family.
Co-hosts Grace Rose and Lauren Dunn were delighted to have Bishop Duckworth as their first guest!
Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode!
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| | New Employment Opportunities | | Other Employment in the Diocese | | Deacons Around the Diocese | | Archdeacon Charles deGravelles is organizing The ABC(D)s of Community Engagement training day as Solomon Center on June 14. Save the date and help spread the word! | | Happenings Around the Diocese | | Canon Steven Roberts, Fr. Harry Jenkins, and Brother Todd van Alstyne administer ashes in front of Christ Church Cathedral on Ash Wednesday. | | ECW Leadership Gathers at St. Alban's | | On March 13, the ECW leadership gathered at St. Alban's in Baton Rouge, where they enjoyed a beautiful worship service, delicious catering, and warm hospitality from Chaplain Rollins and the delightful staff. | | |
Inclusive Louisiana Eucharist
@ Grace Memorial
| | On March 17, Grace Memorial in Hammond hosted a moving Inclusive Louisiana Eucharist, with The Rev. Liz Embler-Beazley as celebrant and The Rev. John Pitzer as preacher. The celebration continued with a festive reception, complete with St. Patrick’s Day punch! | | |
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We'd love to feature your happenings, parish, and parishioners here, too!
Please share photos of your ministries and community events so we can all see and celebrate the good work that is happening all around the diocese. Send photos to Nicole Eiden at neiden@edola.org.
| | To share photos from Bishop Duckworth's Visitations, UPLOAD photos HERE: | | Retreats & Special Events | | |
Women’s Gathering in Community Series:
Join women from across the Diocese for a monthly retreat.
When: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Solomon Episcopal Conference Center
Loranger, Louisiana
Cost: $50 (Lunch included)
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April 10, 2025
Topic: Walking with Mary Magdalene to the Cross, the Tomb, and the Garden
Retreat Leader: The Rev. Susan Gaumer
May 8, 2025
Topic: Creative Writing and More
Retreat Leader: Jan Risher, Editor and Columnist for The Advocate
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04/25-27
Walk Slowy, and Bow Often:
Adventurers on a Contemplative Path
@ Solomon Episcopal Conference Center
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Adventure means exploring unknown territory and that can be exciting, transformative, and scary. Walking a contemplative path is an adventure in that we engage The Way of Unknowing.
Thee retreat will be led by William Thiele, PhD, LPC, founding director of the School for Contemplative Living.
Early Bird pricing before Jan 25.
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06/14
@ Solomon Episcopal Conference Center
9 AM - 4 PM Free, lunch included
| | Other Events Around the Diocese | | |
03/27, 04/03, 04/10
One Diocese, One Book: Lenten Series
6:30 PM CT ZOOM
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03/21, 03/28, 04/04, 04/11
Lenten Gumbo Days: Yummy Lunch for $10
@ St. Francis, Denham Springs
11 AM -1 PM
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03/21, 03/28, 04/04, 04/11
Fish Fry Lunch: $12
@ Historic St. Luke's, NOLA
11 AM -2 PM
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03/23
Choral Evensong
@ Christ Church Cathedral
4 PM
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The choir will sing works of Herbert Howells, Richard Webster, Bruce Neswick, and will present the premiere of Psalm 139, composed by our own J. Calloway Cieslak.
The guest preacher will be
The Rev. Dr. Jane-Allison Wiggin, Rector of St. Luke’s Parish, NOLA.
A reception will follow.
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03/30
Gaudet Evensong
@ Historic St. Luke's, NOLA
5 PM
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04/04 - 04/05
Enneagram Retreat
@ St. James, Baton Rouge
St. James is pleased to host “A Lenten Journey with the Wisdom of the Enneagram,” led by Dr. Joseph Howell of the Institute for Conscious Being. This conference will include live music, insightful small group discussion, and interactive exercises that apply the Enneagram to everyday life.
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04/05
Introduction to Creation Care
Gaudet Umbrella Ministries
@ Audubon Park, NOLA
9 AM - Noon
This session will introduce participants to Living in and Icon: A Program for Growing Closer to Creation and to God, which provides a structured program of spiritual development that not only helps participants grow closer to God but explicitly involves nature in the process.
Please contact Bart Reilly at bartreilly@aol.com, or at (504) 232-8139 to register or for more information. This session is FREE.
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04/08
An Evening of Prayer and Healing:
Support Trinity High School Students on Their Pilgrimage to Taize, France
@ Trinity Episcopal Church, NOLA
6 PM
Exhausted? Overwhelmed? The Taizé service is designed for you. No complicated liturgy to follow—just slip in, be present in the gentle music, scripture, prayer, and healing silence. With a suggested donation of $10, your attendance supports high school pilgrims traveling to Taizé, France this summer.
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04/14
Chrism Mass
@ Christ Church Cathedral
11 AM
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04/26
Youth Mountain Top Gathering
@ City Park, NOLA
11 AM - 5 PM
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Want to learn more? Contact Lauren Dunn, Diocesan Youth Coordinator, at
ldunn@edola.org.
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05/02 - 05/03
138th Annual Gathering of the Diocese of Louisiana ECW
@ St. Margaret's, Baton Rouge
Friday Fiesta and Saturday Fellowship & Fun
For more information, contact Debby Fortier at roux1@comcast.net.
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05/18
Third Sunday Concert Series: Tim Laughlin
@ Christ Episcopal Church, Covington
5 PM
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New Orleans clarinetist Tim Laughlin will perfomr jazz standards.
Concerts are free and open to the public and are held beginning at 5 p.m. in the main church located at 120 S. New Hampshire Street near downtown Covington. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
A reception with refreshments is held following each concert for the audience and the performing artists. For more information call (985) 892-3177.
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06/05
Inclusive Louisiana: Pride Eucharist Celebration & Reception
Gaudet Umbrella Ministries
@ St. Anna's, NOLA
6 PM
Join Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana Inclusive Louisiana Ministry for a Eucharist Celebration and Reception in honor of Pride month!
Celebrant: Bishop Shannon Duckworth, Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana
Preacher: Bishop Thomas Brown, Episcopal Diocese of Maine
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06/14
Inclusive Louisiana: NOLA Pride & Parade
Gaudet Umbrella Ministries
@ NOLA
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06/28
Inclusive Louisiana: NOLA Pride & Parade
Gaudet Umbrella Ministries
@ Baton Rouge, River Center
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