SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: All gifts to the Equipping the Saints capital campaign will be DOUBLED up to $1 million! | |
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An anonymous donor will match every gift to Equipping the Saints, dollar for dollar, up to $1 million!
If you've ever considered giving or increasing your support, now is the time; a gift of $100 becomes $200, $1,000 becomes $2,000.
Your support matters now more than ever. Don’t miss this chance to double your impact—give today and be part of building a stronger future for The Episcopal Church in Alabama.
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It began as a passionate perspective that many in the gathering visibly resonated with. Yet in short order the speaker became more angry, more vitriolic, and more self focused. So much so that the crowd became increasingly uncomfortable if not irritated as the presenting issue became diluted to personal grandstanding. It was clear to everyone the speaker was solely focused on their own self interest rather than the greater good.
Pioneering social reformer Jane Addams offers this helpful lens, “The good we secure for ourselves is precarious and uncertain until it is secured for all of us and incorporated into our common life.” I find this perspective provides a good ‘gut check’ when I get fired up about a particular issue. Am I approaching the issue myopically or am I taking a longer, larger view? Am I stating my perspective in a way that suggests I am also speaking for others when in fact I am only sharing my opinion? Is the greater good on my radar?
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Christ Church, Albertville, Parishioner Katie Battle Donates $1,500 to Hurricane Relief Fund | |
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Miss Katie Battle, a Christ Episcopal Church, Albertville member, and an artist with special needs has generously donated $1,500 in proceeds from her recent art exhibition, “Art from the Heart,” to the diocesan hurricane relief fund. Her donation will support victims affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Katie, accompanied by her rector, the Rev. Shari Harrison, along with church members and great supporters, Ms. Norma Liles and Ms. Myra Southerland, visited Bishop Glenda Curry on Wednesday, Nov. 13, to present the donation.
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Nominations for Diocesan Office Now Open | |
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Nominations are now being accepted for the Standing Committee, the Diocesan Council, and the Disciplinary Board. Those wishing to participate in the life and governance of the Diocese of Alabama are welcome to nominate themselves or someone else to serve on a diocesan body.
If nominating someone else, please ensure that you have spoken to this person and that this person is willing to accept the nomination.
Nominations will also be taken from the floor at the Diocesan Convention. Pre-filed nominations will close at 5:00 PM CT on Friday, January 24, 2025. Please use the nomination form linked here. If you wish to have a printed nomination form, please contact Elizabeth Blake at Carpenter House at eblake@dioala.org
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Celebration of New Ministry | |
Christmas Conference at Camp McDowell | |
Our diocesan Youth Department is excited to invite all 9-12th graders across the diocese to join us at camp December 28-30 for “Destination Christmas: Where is your faith taking you?” with Program Director is The Rev. Emily Brown from Christ Church in Tuscaloosa.
Registration is available HERE. The cost to attend is $185/camper and financial assistance is available by request.
For questions or additional information, please contact Nick Mielke (YD Advisor and Christmas Conference Registrar) at alabamayouth@gmail.com.
|  | The Advent season, as presented by Fleming Rutledge, highlights the contrast between our present darkness and the coming light of Christ, urging believers to embrace reconciliation and justice. This Advent study, offered by the Commission for Racial Healing and Pilgrimage, focuses on our call to reconcile with Christ and with one another, viewing it as central to understanding Advent. Structured for weekly sessions, the study invites both individual and group reflection, with a recommended reading to enrich the experience. | |
2024 Annual Fall Bazaar at St. James, Alex City
St. James, Alexander City, will host its annual bazaar on Saturday, November 16. The bazaar will feature St. James's much-loved pottery crosses, which are blessed by Fr. Rob Iler before the Bazaar, and a variety of homemade goodies including cakes, casseroles, soups, and other kitchen creations, and crafts.
St. James parishioners work year-round to create the treasures available at the Bazaar. All proceeds benefit local community outreach programs.
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Service of Holy Eucharist at All Saints, Birmingham | |
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The Adult Choir, along with a string orchestra and soloists, is offering Josef Rheinberger’s Mass in C major, Sunday, November 17 during the 11:00am service.
The various parts of the Mass will be embedded in the usual Sunday morning Service of Holy Eucharist. Come hear this beautiful and inspiring music as we worship together!
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Pre-Advent Retreat at Saint Stephen's, Birmingham | |
CLERGY NEWS AND JOB OPENINGS | |
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Clergy Job Positions in our Diocese
For more information about clergy jobs in our diocese, contact:
Rev. Cn. Geoff Evans.
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LAY JOB OPENINGS IN OUR DIOCESE | |
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St. John’s Church in Decatur, AL, is seeking a part-time Children’s Ministry Coordinator. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to the Rev. Chase Ackerman, Rector, chase@stjohnsdecatur.org. View the job description here.
St Catherine’s Episcopal Church in Chelsea, AL, seeks college students to work as staff singers in their choir for the 2024-2025 academic year. $75 honorarium per church service on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Interested students should email a resumé to mwestsoc@gmail.com.
St. James Episcopal Church in Alexander City, Alabama, is looking to hire their next parish organist. Inquiries should be directed to the Rev. Robert Iler at frrob7@gmail.com. View the job description here.
The Episcopal Church of Epiphany, Guntersville is hiring a Children and Youth Minister. View the job description here.
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles seeks a part-time worker for their Little Apostles Infant Care Ministry. View the job description here.
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