News from Province V

March 2025

Highlights:

Opening Prayer
Campus Ministry Developer
Episcopal Church Women - TODAY
Protecting our Sacred Spaces
Pancake Supper Survival Guide
Episcopal Musician Compensation Survey
Immigration Update Calls
Episcopal Relief and Development Sunday
YACM Conference
Episcopal Service Corp
Book Corner
Lenten Resources
YACM Event report
EDS Colloquia
Episcopal Parish Network
Spirit & Truth Publishing
Creating Backyard National Parks
Waycross Camp and Conference Center Events
Using Picture Books for Racial Healing
The Brood
Indigenous People's Justice Book
Northern Michigan Visitors Weekend
Bellwether Farm Events
Recovery Ministries Conference
Networking Conversations
Affiliated Organizations
Upcoming Events and Webinars

Opening Prayer

You who are

Mother of Good Courage,

Source and Seed

of Eternal Hope Unfailing

We bow, resting our needing cups, before Your mercy seat.

We lift hands and hearts to You.

Our praise cries out Your Name

God of Wonder, Way Maker,

Holy, Holy, Holy One!

You, Redeemer of Brokenness,

Sanctifier of Sufferings and Sorrows, we come to You

You who send Your servant Prayer

to find us,

and in Your swift chariot of Prayer

we are carried here before You.

Our weeping

waters the rich soil

of Your garden most gracious.

The Fruit of Your Holy Kindness,

feeds our souls,

You are Bread and Cup.

Let it be so,

Your Wisdom

now Counsel to our tongue,

Your Great Courage

our manner and way,

Your Eternal Hope

the unfailing fire that lights our way.

Great One, Most High, Holy Wind

in Your Mercy…….

Albert Starr

Feb 2, 2025

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Pancake Supper Survival Guide

From our ministry partners at Building Faith:

You agreed in a pre-pageant haze to take over this year’s Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. Lent seemed so far away. Now it’s around the corner. You know people will show up hungry. You know you have volunteers. What you don’tknow is how to turn on the church oven.

Breathe. You can do this. We can help. Through Building Faith we have experts to offer wisdom for just such occasions. Consider this a BTDT article, which of course stands for “been there, done that.”

Read the full article (and get an informative brochure)

Episcopal Musician Compensation Survey

The Association of Anglican Musicians is currently conducting the 2025 Episcopal Musician Compensation Survey. All paid musicians working in the Episcopal Church are encouraged to complete the survey by March 15th.

The survey takes about 8 minutes and responses will be kept anonymous and confidential. The survey is open to all musicians working in the Episcopal Church, not just AAM members, so please feel free to forward to colleagues. More information about the Survey

Immigration Update Calls

Every Tuesday at 11 am ET, please join Episcopal Migration Ministries and the Office of Government Relations for regular 30-minute updates on U.S. immigration policy and the responses in our churches and communities. Spanish interpretation will be available. Register here .

The above program is hosted by church-wide organizations. If you have questions or would like further information about the Province V Migration Ministry Network, please email one of the co-conveners: Jack Lloyd jack.lloyd@earthlink.net or Silvia Huth silviahuth@yahoo.com or visit the Migration Ministry Network webpage.

Host an Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday

Mark your calendar for March 9, 2025

Episcopal congregations are invited to observe Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday on March 9, 2025.

During the first Sunday in Lent, a day designated by The Episcopal Church as Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday, congregations have an opportunity to learn more about and celebrate the impact of Episcopal Relief & Development’s work.

Participating congregations can observe the day on the first Sunday in Lent or another convenient Sunday during the year, by collecting an offering for Episcopal Relief & Development, holding a special prayer service or sharing about the organization’s work in other creative ways.

Resources to help congregations observe Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday are available at episcopalrelief.org/sunday.

Justice & Joy

An Ecumenical Campus and Young Adult Ministry Conference

Tuesday, June 24 to Friday, June 27, 2025

Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri

This event is for:

All campus and young adult ministry professionals working in organizations related to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Presbyterian Church USA, and Episcopal Church are encouraged to attend! We are eager to welcome leaders of progressive campus and young adult ministries affiliated with other denominations as well. Our gathering will be enriched by the presence of representatives from partner organizations who support and collaborate with campus ministry.

More information and registration at this link:

Registration

Earlybird Registration $260 (Deadline: March 15)

Regular Registration $300 (Final Registration Deadline: April 30)

Commuter Registration: $100

Partner / Displayer Registration: $400

Episcopal Service Corps (ESC) Open House

Episcopal Service Corps (ESC) is hosting a Virtual Open House on Thursday, March 27 at 9:00 PM EST. Join two (2) of our programs, Lawrence House and Johnson Service Corps, for conversations, stories, and insights about ESC. If you are interested in applying, know someone who might be, or just generally want to learn more about ESC, then this event is for you! Feel free to bring your questions and curiosities! Keep an eye on ESC socials for the registration link. @episcopalservicecorps on IG and FB.

Book Corner

A spiritual guide to healing from racial trauma with moving stories of historical significance—now in paperback!

In her previous work as Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing, Dr. Catherine Meeks fought tirelessly to shed light on racism and provide tools to enable faith communities to combat it. A public speaker and honored advocate of social change, she holds a unique place in the dialogue on dismantling racism. In this book, she shares powerful personal experiences that leave the reader with profound insights. She offers a much-needed meditative guide for the weary and frustrated, arguing that by looking inward and at each other clearly and with honesty, good people of all backgrounds can forge a long term and individual path to making a difference. Dr. Meeks takes the reader on the trajectory from self-awareness to recognition of the past to a new and individual way forward. Now in paperback, this edition comes with a discussion guide.

“This is where the journey toward a ‘beloved community’ begins. And so, for all who truly want to get well from the pernicious disease that is racism, The Night is Long but Light Comes in the Morning is a must-read."—The Very Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas, dean, Episcopal Divinity School at Union Theological Seminary

Order from any Episcopal bookstore, Amazon, ChristianBook, or your favorite bookseller.

Paperback | 9781640657533 | List Price: $14.95

2025 Lenten Meditations from ERD

This Lent, “let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” (Hebrews 10:24-25)

Join writer Jerusalem Jackson Greer this Lent as she encourages us to partake in “A Commonplace Lent.”

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Lent Madness 2025

Who will win the Golden Halo? On the weekdays of Lent, information is posted at lentmadness.org about two different saints. Participants read about and then vote to determine which saint moves on to the next round.

Lenten Resources

The “What is Lent” video series offers simple, straightforward discussion of the days of Lent. Find answers to questions like “What does ‘Maundy’ mean?”; “Where is God, and what is God Doing on Holy Saturday?”; and “Why is Good Friday ‘good’?”

Video topics include:

Watch any individual episode, or watch the whole series .

Lent 2025: 40 Days of Welcome and Gratitude from United Thank Offering

ONLINE COURSES

Finding Wholeness in the Wilderness: Tools for Nourishment and Rest

Writing as Spiritual Practice: A Lenten Invitation

The Way of Love in Lent

This Lent, The Episcopal Church invites communities to walk with Jesus in his Way of Love and into the experience of transformed life. Together, we will reflect anew on the loving actions of God as recounted in the Easter Vigil readings. Together, we will walk through the depths of salvation history into the fullness of redemption., Videos, adult forum curriculum, calendar, publicity materials, and quiet day curriculum available in English, Spanish, and French.

Learn More

The Disciple's Way

Daily Reflections for Lent

Episcopal Divinity School (EDS)

Spring Community Book Read & Author Conversation

This Lent, the Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) community invites you to a season of reflection, repentance, and action in conversation with the powerful book So We and Our Children May Live: Following Jesus in Confronting the Climate Crisis, by Sarah Augustine and Sheri Hostetler ’90.

Starting on Ash Wednesday, March 5, you are invited to begin reading So We and Our Children May Live: Following Jesus in Confronting the Climate Crisis in a variety of ways:

On April 30 from 3-4pm ET, the EDS community will gather online for a public conversation with Sarah Augustine, Sheri Hostetler, and other leaders about how we can embody these commitments in our lives and communities.

Young Adult / Campus Ministry Event

Province V hosted a Youth Adult / Student event in Chicago in February.

This annual gathering focused on "jubilee" and included plenary sessions and lots of fun in the Chicago area.

Learn more about the YACM Network and their quarterly Zoom gatherings.

Learn more about the Campus Ministry Developer and how he can help you get connected to institutions of higher learning near you.

Episcopal Divinity School is hosting four Colloquia - dynamic, virtual hubs where you are invited to witness and participate in theological discussions with renowned experts. This Colloquia series will be hosted by Christian ethicist the Rev. Dr. Rebecca Todd Peters, professor at Elon University and instructor of the EDS course titled "The Sacred Work of Reproductive Justice."

Mar. 6 @ 3pm ET: Reproductive Justice and Christian Community with the Rev. Dr. Keunjoo Christine Pae

Upcoming

Workshops

To see more information or register, visit the page with the full list of workshops.

Mar 10, 3 pm ET - What's up with the Episcopal Church. Register
Mar 18, 3 pm ET - Episcopal History and the Historical Society. Register
Mar 20, 3 pm ET - A Beautiful Holy Week. Register
Apr 1, 3 pm ET - Cultivating a Culture of Generosity this Easter. Register

Spirit & Truth Publishing

Spirit & Truth Publishing has now released a new, five-lesson curriculum called Celebrations, because God's love for us is reason to celebrate! Explore stories of celebration with Miram, Esther, and three parables.

This unit is part of a series called Learning Together, which are designed for maximum flexibility with both children and intergenerational ministries. They are VBS-ready and can also be used for family events, retreats, or regular Sunday school. They are also very affordable with pricing based on the expected attendance range.

If you want other easy-to-use, theologically sound, and inclusive faith formation resources, check out our RCL intergenerational and children’s curricula, key Bible stories for kids, and more!

Also, in this Differentiation Guidance resource, we offer techniques for differentiation based on common needs to supplement standard activities that are offered through a curriculum.

[Note: If you work at the diocesan level or otherwise help congregations find faith formation resources, use our Contact form to request free evaluation copies of any of our products.]

Hosted by Holy Wisdom Monastery

March 13, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Learn about the Backyard National Park movement, which invites us all to create habitats that sustain life, one yard at a time.

Ecologist Douglas Tallamy, who founded the movement (sometimes also referred to as Homegrown National Parks) noted that, in the past, we simply expected our gardens to be pretty. In this moment, we are increasingly expecting that they also support life, build soil, sequester carbon and protect water.

Waycross Camp and Conference Center Events

Foraging Weekend—April 25–27, 2025

Join us for the Spring Foraging Weekend at Waycross! Get ready to explore the stunning Brown County hills while learning how to spot and harvest edible wild plants. We'll kick things off with a fun and informative seminar covering the basics of foraging—what to look for, what to avoid, and how to forage responsibly. Then, we’ll hit the trails for a guided journey through Hickory Hill, discovering a variety of plants and unique environments along the way. It’s the perfect mix of learning, exploring, and enjoying the great outdoors! Register by April 11.

Men's Weekend—May 16–19, 2025 (optional extension to May 20)

All men 18 and older are invited to spend a weekend at Waycross in fellowship. There will be conversation, programming, worship, prayer, hiking, and more. The theme for 2025 is Liturgy of Love! Register by May 2.

Women's Weekend—May 30–June 1, 2025 (optional extension to June 2)

Calling all women 18 and older! Come spend a long weekend at Waycross together. We’ll hike, work on a collaborative art project, pray together, and more! Register by May 16.

Pride Camp - June 29-July 2, 2025

Join us for a camp session that affirms and celebrates your identity. Play games, get creative, paddle on the lake, swim with friends and sing around the campfire in a loving community.

This is a new session Waycross is offering in partnership with the Diocese of Indianapolis for families, children, and people of all ages to come, celebrate and connect with other LGBTQ+ families and individuals. Our hope is to foster a community full of energy, celebration, fellowship and deep welcome.

More information about all of Waycross' upcoming programs can be found at https://waycrossccc.org/waycross-events.

Counselors and CITs (Counselors in Training) for summer 2025!

Join the Waycross Summer Camp Team!

Visit Waycross's website for more information and to apply!

CIT Application Deadline for Priority Consideration: March 9

Using Picture Books for Racial Healing

Picture books offer an excellent way to discover, discuss, and share stories about topics that many people did not study in school but that are crucial to the work of repairing, healing, and seeing God in each other. Registration is open for Dismantling Racism training sessions taking place in the coming months. Miriam McKenney leads the trainings, which take place on Zoom.

All sessions in the same month make up a complete course, so you only need to sign up for one month.

See the full calendar for the year.

Email the Diocese of Southern Ohio's Missioner for Beloved Community, Miriam McKenney, to learn more.

The Brood: An Inclusive Ministry for Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Families

In October 2021, with the support of the Diocese of Southern Ohio, "The Brood" launched. The Brood is a community of joyful belonging for foster, adoptive, and kinship families. We meet in-person and online, and families from anywhere and everywhere are invited to join us for our virtual caregiver support groups, book groups, and spiritual retreats. To learn more, contact Rev. Olivia Hamilton at olivia@calvaryclifton.org or sign up for our newsletter here !

Indigenous People's Justice

Network Book Discussion Series

Hosted by Province I

Mar 19, 2025, 7–8:30 pm ET / 6–7:30 pm CT

Ceremony by Leslie Marion Silko

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. The next book group discussion, on March 19, 2025 from 7–8:30 p.m., will be on Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko. Registration form.

The May 21 meeting of the book discussion group will be a retrospective of the books read thus far. Previous facilitators will attend to give overviews of the books read by this network through 2024 and 2025. Registration form.

Visitors Weekend in the Diocese of Northern Michigan -

Spring 2025

Plan to arrive Thursday, May 29, and depart anytime Monday, June 2, 2025.

Visitors Weekend is a longstanding tradition in the Diocese of Northern Michigan welcoming guests to immerse themselves in an ecclesiology of baptismal ministry. Come learn about Mutual Ministry and the ways we have been intentionally promoting the Ministry of All the Baptized for more than 30 years.

Visit local congregations, talk with diocesan staff and missioners, explore new ministry initiatives (such as U.P. Wild Church, and Healing with our Indigenous nations), and engage with others who are passionate about a collaborative way of being engaged in the work of Jesus.

More information and registration

Rooting Our Faith in Turbulent Times

Join the Rev. Sally Goodall for a retreat at Bellwether Farm to find stability and stay rooted spiritually through ancient wisdom while living in a moving culture. During this three-day, two-night retreat, April 4-6, participants will tap into the peace of this time away and find spiritually firm ground to stand on while learning how ancient wisdom can help us discover ways to put down roots to grow our faith. We'll also explore ways that community can strengthen us and make us more resilient as Christians in steady and also turbulent times. Registration and more information can be found on the Bellwether Farm website. RSVP by April 2.

Blessing of the Fields Retreat

Join your friends at Bellwether Farm, May 2-4, for an opportunity to work your hands in the dirt, play as a camper might, and learn about new regenerative farming initiatives happening on the farm. We'll plant the fields, develop new growing beds, care for the livestock, and pray together for fun, transformation, and an abundant harvest. Be a blessing to Bellwether by helping us bless the 2025 growing season in a perfect retreat for the whole family. Cabin and lodge room accommodations are available. For more information, find our retreat event page here. Register by April 16.

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Networks

To get a reminder for any of these events, reply to this email. A special reminder is sent for each network.

ALL are welcome to attend these Zoom conversations. Please share the information with friends, colleagues, and in your parish newsletter. Most network meetings last about 60 minutes. See their webpages or email their contact for more information. For a full list of Networks and other Affiliated Organizations, visit the Province V website.

Archivists

Date of next meeting:

Mar 10, 11 am ET / 10 am CT

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89950734030 (password: 5)

Convener: Brian Wilbert, Ohio

webpage: https://www.provincev.org/archivist.html

Creation Care

Date of next meeting:

Mar 10, 1 pm ET / 12 noon CT

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82932843412

(password: 5)

Convener: Jeanette Ettin, Eastern Michigan

webpage: https://www.provincev.org/creation.html

The Feast of the Mystery of Creation

Since the 5th century, the Eastern Church has marked September 1 as the beginning of the year, celebrating “the day of Creation”, when God began the creation of the universe. But in the Western churches, the Christian year has begun with Advent and the beginning of the story of the Incarnation. Now there is an ecumenical movement across the western churches to establish a “Feast Day of the Mystery of Creation” on September 1st to the western liturgical calendars.

Come and learn about the history of this effort, its implications for preaching and worship, and its current status across the churches. We will discuss the distinction of this proposed feast from Earth Day, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, and even the Season of Creation. We will explore how liturgical support for the first line of the Nicene Creed (We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth) has been missing in the West for centuries. We will consider how a deeper celebration of God the Creator can deepen our understanding of God’s salvation.

The Rev. Jerry Cappel is an Episcopal Priest in Kentucky and serves as the Director for the Center for Deep Green Faith. He has an M.Div. from Harding Graduate School of Religion and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the coordinator for the Episcopal Province IV Environmental Network and serves on various boards and committees of organizations focused upon faith and creation care.

See more Deep Green Faith events.

Safe Church

webpage

Use this page to get connected to your diocesan contact for Safe Church training and information.

Young Adult / Campus Ministry

Date of next meeting:

May 20, 11 am ET / 10 am CT

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88386235160

(password 5)

Convener: Matthew Lukens, Michigan

webpage:

https://www.provincev.org/yacm.html

If this is your ministry area, make sure that you're part of the Google Group!

province-v-yacm@googlegroups.com

This is a new group name, so please update in your address book.

Dismantling Racism

Date of next meeting:

Mar 6, 1 pm ET / 12 noon CT

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83673680882

(password: 5)

webpage:

https://www.provincev.org/dismantlingracism

Be renewed and get connected with other leaders during our Wisdom Circles.

Innovation Catalysts

webpage

Date of next meeting: Mar 19

"Innovation Catalyst" is a title that we invented to try to encompass the work that a variety of people are doing. We are connecting leaders who are the ones spearheading adventure, failing faster, and trying new things in a variety of ministry contexts.

If you are the contact from your diocese who should be in these conversation, contact Heather Barta for the meeting information.

Lay-Led Congregations

Date of next meeting:

Mar 15, 11 am ET / 10 am CT

Please join us as we review and identify resources helpful for lay-led congregations.

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81619667819

(password: 5)

Convener: Jim Mogensen, Michigan

webpage:

https://www.provincev.org/layledcongregations.html

Migration Ministries

Date of next meeting:

Mar 18, 8 pm ET / 7 pm C

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81246380265

(password: 5)

Conveners: Silvia Huth, Michigan and

Jack Lloyd, Chicago

webpage: https://www.provincev.org/migration.html

Read the full Migration with Dignity article, which includes many helpful steps for you to take in your ministry context and local community. Join us for a conversation in January!

Episcopal Migration Response Network

Episcopal Migration Ministry hosts an Asylum and Detention Ministry Network that meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of every month. The Ministry Network’s collaborative work and conversation focus on best practice-sharing in areas of direct service, organizing, advocacy actions, Christian formation and worship resources, and community education to protect asylum, promote humane and dignified alternatives to detention, and to support asylum seekers and those harmed by the immigration detention system. Learn more and register to attend meetings here.

Youth and Children

Convener: Carmen Piggins, Michigan

webpage:

https://www.provincev.org/youth.html

Zoom Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87530910317 (password: 5)

Join into conversations with others!

ALL Youth and Children Ministers

Apr 3, 3 pm ET / 2 pm CT

This is the first of these gatherings! If your ministry leads you to working with children and youth, we welcome you! You might be lay or ordained, volunteer or paid, in a parish, community setting, connected with a camp, or diocesan staff. We look forward to this time together!

Diocesan Youth Workers

If you are the youth minister for your diocese (or the main contact for youth work in your diocese), you are invited to join this conversation. Contact Carmen Piggins for the dates and details.

Affiliated Organizations

There are a number of organizations affiliated with the Episcopal Church and working across Province V. These groups have a "structure" that is more organized than a network. They have resources and information that are useful in your local ministry contexts.

For a full list of Affiliated Organizations, visit the Province V website.

St. James Music Press Grant

St. James Music Press will award a grant to a church starting or revitalizing a music program. The grant aims to support new choir programs or established music ministries that add a new element by offering resources and professional support.

Elements awarded in the grant include -

Complimentary 1-Year Membership to St. James Music Press
$1000 - To support ministry needs
Quarterly program consultations with SJMP colleagues meant to help recipients maximize their SJMP membership, discuss program challenges, and celebrate/build upon program successes.

Click here fore more information. Deadline: May 30, 2025

See the latest newsletter from HSEC.

United Thank Offering

Download the information for March 2025!

Download Lenten resources for adults and kids (in English and Spanish), sign up for Lenten text messages, or join our book club here.

UTO is now taking orders for Spring/Summer materials. You can order your kits here by April

10 for shipping by May 1. These materials focus on gratitude for things becoming new.

Announcing the Triennial Focus for grants: all three years will be inspired by scripture and tradition. Beginning with the 2026 UTO Grant Focus on Justice and Bridging Divides. Find out more here.

This Lent we are not offering our usual virtual race, but we are welcoming support for Episcopal Migration Ministry (EMM). To donate to support EMM this Lent, who we are partnering with for all our Lenten materials, click here.

Financial Assistance for Episcopal Deacons

The Fund for the Diaconate provides vital financial assistance to deacons, and those in diaconal formation, who have insufficient funds for their needs. Grants are available for ongoing support, declared emergencies, medical expenses, and diaconal formation. Visit www.fundfordiaconate.org /apply-for-aid for details and to apply.

Blanket the world in love this winter! Hosting a Church World Service Blanket offering with your parish is easy. Physical and downloadable materials are available and you'll receive remote support as needed from your CWS representative to help make your offering a success to help so many of our neighbors in need. Find out more and order your Blanket materials TODAY at www.cwsblankets.org.

Fellowship Partners Program - 2025 applications open

Applications are still open for the Fellowship Partners Program! We encourage all applicants to begin early to ensure a strong application. Fellows who are selected have a significant track record of going on to share their knowledge, experience, and best practices with the wider Church in transformative ways.

Since 1964, ECF has supported over 200 dedicated lay and clergy leaders through this program, empowering them with resources for advanced academic studies and specialized ministries that strengthen The Episcopal Church's mission and impact. The application deadline is March 11, 2025, and selected Fellows will be announced in June 2025. Read more here: https://www.ecf.org/programs/fellowship-partners-program/how-to-apply

Updates from Church Periodical Club

Extension for Quilts and fibers raffle is up and running.

Extension of Quilt Raffle - Due to technical problems the quilt raffle will continue and the drawing will be April 1st. Yes, no fooling, you have time to obtain tickets for the wonderful items. Head on to https://go.rallyup.com/cpc2025/Campaign/Details

Take a look, share the site, and of course, purchase some tickets.

Campaign/Details /More pictures

Download the full brochure and share with your churches and colleagues.

Winners will be drawn April 1, 2025

Need help getting tickets? Let get Province V on the top. Questions or problems, contact Maryfrancrist64@gmal.com or 815- 257-7012.

National Book Fund Update

We are in the process of reviewing all applications for adult books grants known as NBF – National Books Fund. Watch next month for the list and choose the one(s) you wish to support.

Maryfran Crist

Province V CPC Representative

Sermon Roundtable, offered for congregations and their preachers by the Episcopal Preaching Foundation.

This 12-week small group program is led by the regular preachers in a parish—lay or ordained— with all materials available online for in-person, online, or hybrid meetings on your own schedule. Thanks to a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative, this program is offered at no cost to participating parishes.

Sermon Roundtable is now accepting applications for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 cohorts. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until Aug 1 for Fall and Feb 1 for Spring cohorts.

For any questions, please email the Rev. Mariclair Partee Carlsen, National Coordinator at mparteecarlsen@preachingfoundation.org. For more information or to apply, please visit

https://preachingfoundation.nm-secure.com/Sermon-Roundtable

Upcoming Events and Webinars

Lombard Mennonite Peace Center - many opportunities
Education for Ministry - a great course for all people
Church Next - a wide variety of courses
Bexley-Seabury Seminary Federation - several upcoming webinars, affinity groups, and courses
My Work to Do - a purposeful space for white people to come and learn, listen, reflect and build capacity and stamina to have conversations about race and racism
Love God, Love God's World - a new creation-care conversation curriculum
Sacred Ground - film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith

Province V Executive Board

Do you have questions about Province V? Would you like to be more involved in planning the events that are offered at the provincial level? The Executive Board of the Province meets monthly on fourth Tuesdays at 3 pm ET / 2 pm CT via zoom.

Contact your diocesan representative to the Executive Board:

Mr. Rick Stanitis, Northern Michigan, President

The Rt. Rev. Matthew Gunter, Wisconsin, Vice President

The Rev. Garron Daniels, Springfield, Secretary

Ms. Rebecca Elfring-Roberts, Chicago, Treasurer

Ms. Louisa McKellaston, Executive Council Representative

The Rev. M.E. Eccles, Executive Council Representative

Ms. Laura Jackson, Chicago

Dr. Elizabeth Jordan, Great Lakes

Ms. Lesley MacKellar, Indianapolis

Mr. Luke Thompson, Michigan

Ms. Betty Bowersox, Missouri

The Rev. Dr. Terri Bays, Northern Indiana

Ms. Katie Chipman-Bergsma, Northern Michigan

The Rev. Rachel Harrison, Ohio

Mr. Edward Lasseigne, Southern Ohio

Ms. Carol McCrary, Springfield

The Rev. Marlene Hogue, Wisconsin

Heather Barta, Province V Coordinator

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