The Episcopal Church

in Alabama

News & Updates | August 23, 2023

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One moment I was hanging out with my brothers and a couple kids from our neighborhood in our basement and the next I’m calling for ambulance. After I went to the bathroom I had discovered my dad on the floor out cold. And while every effort was made, my dad was gone.

To all of our parishes:

Stewardship time is right around the corner! This is just a reminder that I am here and happy to help you prepare. If you have any specific questions or want help troubleshooting an issue, please either book time with me, email, or call me at (205) 358-9237.

The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS) has many resources that you can adapt to your parish setting, and the diocese provides a free TENS membership for all parishes. Please contact me for TENS login information.

Finally, here is my favorite prayer for stewardship by TENS. It will be my prayer for you and your parish this season.

Creator God, you made the heavens and the earth and all that is in them. You have blessed us wildly with your abundant, abiding love so that we may be inspired to live generously. From your plentiful gifts, we give you our own first fruits, the gathering of our time, talent, and treasure. May they be a blessing to the world. Amen.

Claire Cotten, Director of Mission Funding

Parish Growth Conference

Over 60 lay and ordained leaders gathered at Grace, Cullman for a day-long conference on August 19. Sessions covered topics ranging from evangelism and stewardship to image building and community engagement.

Missed the conference? Check out additional resources here.

Sidewalk Film Festival

presents

The Philadelphia Eleven

Saturday, August 26

This documentary tells the story of The Philadelphia Eleven, the first women ordained as priests in the Episcopal Church, two years before General Convention authorized the ordination of women to the priesthood. Continue reading.

John Prine Music-Inspired Eucharist

Join Christ Episcopal Church in Tuscaloosa and the surrounding community at The Venue on August 30 at 6 PM for a John Prine Music-Inspired Eucharist! This special event will include music from All Saints in Birmingham's very own Danny Whitsett, Ben Ridlehoover, and Andrew Nelson. The night's worship will be a tribute to the music of John Prine as well as an opportunity for evangelism. All are welcome! For more information on the event, please contact Kathleen Franklin.

Are you a caregiver of a loved one with dementia? This is for YOU and YOUR LOVED ONE.

Founders Place Community Respite is very pleased to present an opportunity for a 6-week program that combines respite with caregiver education and support. Registration and details, including eligibility for your loved one with dementia, are available here.

2023 Clergy Conference Registration is Open!

"Preaching as Leadership"

October 4-6, 2023 / Camp McDowell

Mark your calendars for our annual Clergy Conference at Camp McDowell. We will gather for a time of formation, worship, and fellowship. More information is available here.

Clergy Update

The Rev. Mary Bea Sullivan has been called to serve as Director of Spirituality and Wellness at St. Stephen's in Vestavia. Her ministry with the parish will begin in September.

Holy Cross Trussville is in need of a part-time Parish Administrator. View the job description here. Resumes can be submitted here.

St. Timothy's, Athens seeks an Administrative Assistant to work 12 hours per week, including Wednesdays from 9-1 in the parish office and the additional 8 hours in a flexible location. For more information or to submit a resume and references email The Rev. Mary Catherine Akamatsu.

Holy Spirit, Alabaster seeks a part-time Director of Formation for Children and Youth. View the job description here.

St. John's, Decatur seeks a full-time Director of Communications. You can view the job description here.