Join us for an informal Camp McDowell listening session led by Bishop Prior! We would love to hear your favorite memories of camp and ideas you have for the future.
There are three sessions to choose from:
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One of the blessings of the most recent Thanksgiving was to celebrate it with my sons. It was a wonderful combination of family favorite activities and new adventures. When my sons were young we used to have what we lovingly called ‘forced family fun’. Those days are gone, but on occasion there are times when I feel like there is something that is worthy of the whole family’s engagement. Such was the occasion when we gathered at the Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama. |
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If you or your parish would like to contribute to the education of a young person in our church family, please consider making a gift to the ECW College Scholarship Fund. Your generosity is the only way to continue this wonderful program. This year alone the ECW was able to award $12,000.00 in scholarships. An anonymous donor has offered to match ECW Scholarship donations up to $1,000.00 through December 31, 2022!
All contributions should be mailed to :
ECW, Diocese of Alabama
521 North 20th Street
Birmingham, Al 35203-2611.
*Please note on your check: ECW College Scholarship Fund
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Plans are underway for the Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama. We are returning to our own McDowell Camp & Conference Center, gathering on Thursday evening, February 2, and departing midday Saturday the 4th. This gathering of representatives from the 87 parishes and 3 worshipping communities/college campus centers transacts the necessary business of the Diocese, but most importantly, provides the opportunity for us to grow in our relationships as fellow Episcopalians and as the Body of Christ.
The theme of Convention this year is "Deep Roots, New Growth", and the focus will be on Bishop Curry's four priorities for the future of the Diocese of Alabama: Congregational Vitality, Leadership Development, Racial Healing, and Camp McDowell
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The Abbey, Birmingham and our sister church, Zion Spring Baptist invite you to The Black Nativity. This year's celebration features music, an adaptation of Langston Hughes' "Carol of the Brown King" and a gift giveaway.
Saturday, December 17
5:00-7:00pm
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The 2022 Saint Luke’s, Scottsboro, "An Advent Journey" video is available here. A "meet the artist's event” was held, and Cynthia Cox, originally from Scottsboro and now a member at St. Thomas in Birmingham won a best in show award. The gallery is open specific times in December and January. Please let them know you are coming by calling or emailing the church: (256) 574-6216, office@stlukesscottsboro.com. |
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Looking for
Christ-centered Christmas gifts?
St. Luke's, Birmingham has put together a list of Advent and Christmas gift suggestions for families, children, and youth. Check out the list here.
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What has Christianity got to do with a teenagers world today? How can the church speak to today's youth?
Happening is a personal encounter with the living Christ as expressed in the traditions of the Episcopal Church. Hopefully, those who attend a Happening will join those who have gone before them in their desire to serve the Church, to continue in their commitment to Christ and to look for further opportunities to share with others what they have lived and learned.
10th-12th grade youth can
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What is Vocare?
“Vocare” is a form of a Latin word meaning “to call.” The Vocare weekend is a renewal weekend addressed to young adults in the time when they face many serious decisions that set the direction for much of their adult life.
Registration and staff applications are now open for Vocare #23, March 3-5, 2023 at Camp McDowell. Vocare is a FREE spiritual renewal weekend addressed to young adults (ages 18-30ish) in the time when they face many serious decisions that set the direction for much of their adult life.
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The Christmas Conference retreat at Camp McDowell December 28-30 is open to youth in grades 9-12. Program will be led by The Rev. Sarah Watts on the theme "Making Spirits Bright" and The Rev. Jamie McAdams will be Chaplain. Click here to sign up.
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We are hiring!
Summer Camp Abilities Coordinator position open at Camp McDowell
Camp McDowell is looking for a positive, self-starting, and supportive team member to come live, work, and thrive in the beauty of God’s backyard! This full-time position will be "on the ground" at all Bethany Summer Camp Sessions, attending all staff meetings, meals, and events relating to Bethany summer camp. You will implement logistics and registration for our summer camp ministries and annual retreats. Working in communication with and support of the Summer Camp Director you will assist in overseeing seasonal summer staff and volunteers. In addition, you will function as a team with on-site responsibilities in all summer camps and retreats events. Full job description can be shared upon request!
Qualified applicants shall email Resume, Cover letter, and 2 professional references in PDF format to Catherine Poellnitz, Summer Camp Director, at summercampdirector@campmcdowell.org, by January 15th, 2023.
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Full-time Clergy Job Postings in our Diocese
For more information about clergy jobs in the Diocese of Alabama please contact The Rev. Geoff Evans, Diocesan Deployment Officer.
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Part-time Clergy Job Postings in our Diocese |
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Lay job openings in the Diocese
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