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In this edition of ENews:
- Lay Preaching Course Application Open for 2025 English Language Cohort
- Share Your Community News with Us!
- Connect with your Latinx/Hispanic community in fresh and exciting ways!
- First English Express Class!
- What's New Around the Diocese!
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Lay Preaching Course Application Open for 2025 English Language Cohort | |
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Do you sit in church, listening to the sermon when the thought, “There’s something more here I’d like to share,” wells up in you? Are you engaged in the worship, ministry, Christian formation and leadership in your congregation? Do you love to be in conversation with others about scripture and what it means in our daily lives? Your Rector, Vicar or Priest-in-Charge can help you discern if you might be called to the ministry of Lay Preaching.
The West Coast Collaborative Episcopal School for Ministry provides lay and diaconal formation for members of the Dioceses of Northern California, El Camino Real, and San Diego. We are currently accepting applications for our 2025 course to prepare individuals for a Lay Preaching license.
Click here to read more.
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Share Your Community News with Us! | |
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As we continue to move forward together, we’re excited to showcase the fantastic work you are doing in your community.
To make sure your news and events are included in our weekly Enews, please send your updates to communications@norcalepiscopal.org by the Wednesday of the week prior. We can’t wait to share your amazing efforts!
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Connect with your Latinx/Hispanic community in fresh and exciting ways! | |
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Get ready for New Camino, an energizing in-person workshop with The Rev Cn. Anthony Guillen! Discover how to harness your existing resources to forge stronger connections within the Latinx/Hispanic community. No Spanish skills required. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a real impact!
Click here for more information
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The Episcopal Foundation of Northern California | |
2024 Foundation Grant Recipients Announced | |
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While this year's grant budget was significantly smaller than past years, the Episcopal Foundation of Northern California is pleased to award grants to the following churches, programs, and ministries!
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St. Alban's, Arcata
Awarded: $7,142
Community Playground Renovation
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Grace, Fairfield
Awarded: $6,000
Community Outreach Events & Groups
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St. Francis, Fortuna
Awarded: $11,000
English Express ESL Classes
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St. Patrick's, Kenwood
Awarded: $4,000
Changing Lives through Music Program
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All Saints, Sacramento
Awarded: $2,500
Preparing for an Energy Efficient Future
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Epiphany, Vacaville
Awarded: $2,000
Creation Care Carbon Offset Meal Packaging
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St. Paul's, Benicia
Awarded: $440
Feed the Hungry Community Meals
(Mustard Seed Grant)
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St. Paul's, Crescent City
Awarded: $379
Live-streaming Equipment
(Mustard Seed Grant)
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If you'd like to support future grant opportunities for programs and ministries like these, click the following link to give: https://bit.ly/GivetoEFNC | |
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First English Express Class!
Thanks to the amazing work of the Episcopal Foundation, the very first English Express ESL class kicked off last week with an incredible turnout! Teacher Mary Ann from St. Francis welcomed twelve eager students, including ten Spanish speakers and two Punjabi speakers.
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Church Life and Ministry Slideshow – Share your moments with us and be part of the story!
With the 2024 Diocesan Convention approaching, we are excited to feature your congregation in our slideshow! We would love to include your photos from worship services, community events, holidays, and other special moments. Please send your images by Monday, September 30, to communications@norcalepiscopal.org. We look forward to highlighting the vibrant life and spirit of your congregation!
Requirements:
- Photos need to be submitted in a JPEG (JPG) or PNG file format
- All photos must be original and not copyrighted, and you must have permission from the photographer and/or subjects to use these photos for this purpose.
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Diocesan Convention Registration is Open | |
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Links to the following documents may be found here:
- Call of Convention
- Convention Schedule at-a-Glance
- House Rules
- Governance Nomination Instructions
- Resolution Instructions
- Keynote Speaker Info
- 2024 Congregational Range Sheet
- Important Convention Dates and Deadlines
- Filing Alternate to Delegate Form
- Filing Alternate Vacancies Form
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Commission for Intercultural Ministry | |
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“It is a Christian obligation to vote, and more than that, it is the church’s responsibility to help get souls to the polls.” - Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
It’s time to get actively involved in the 2024 Elections. The Campaigns are in high gear, and as you know, there is so much at stake in this year's elections, locally and nationally. What can you do to get involved? Here is the answer.
The Episcopal Office of Government Relations Vote Faithfully Election Engagement 2024 Toolkit has resources for you to easily use to encourage engagement in the elections in your church community.
Click here to read more.
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Racial Justice Audit Interview Opportunity | |
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The Mission Institute (MI) is conducting the second year of the diocesan Racial Justice Audit of our churches in the diocese. They are inviting parishioners in our diocese to be interviewed. If you would like to be interviewed, please fill out the interest form at this link and they will contact you: Racial Justice Audit Interviews for Northern California (google.com).
The survey asks for your deanery name. If you are unsure of your deanery name, you can locate your church and deanery at this link: About - The Episcopal Diocese of Northern California (norcalepiscopal.org).
MI shared that after Labor Day there will be a one-week window to respond to volunteer to take the survey, so please respond quickly to the interest form if you are interested.
For questions about the process, please contact Lynn Zender (zenderlynn@gmail.com) or Jo Ann Williams (bjwilli@surewest.net), Racial Justice Audit Co-Chairs.
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This workshop meets the requirement for licensing for Lay Eucharistic Ministers, Lay Eucharistic Visitors, and unlicensed lay leaders (such as vestry members and ministry leads) in the Diocese. Other lay licensed ministries need to take Sacred Ground to meet Diocesan licensing requirements.
Saturday, October 19 | St. Paul’s, Healdsburg (In Person and Zoom)
9:30am - 4:30 pm
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/240775631216152
Registration deadline: October 12
For questions, contact Miriam Casey, edncbbc@gmail.com
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Commission on the Environment | |
Creation Care Course starting Online September 24 | |
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This summer the Episcopal Church unveiled its new "Love God, Love God's World" curriculum, a nine-session course about caring for creation, informed by our faith tradition and climate science. The format is based on the hugely successful Sacred Ground curriculum, featuring videos and readings that will challenge and inspire you.
The Rev. Dr. Pamela Dolan and Miriam Casey, co-chairs of the Commission on the Environment, will be leading the first offering of this new curriculum in our Diocese. They both have experience leading small groups, including Sacred Ground.
The circle will meet every other Tuesday evening, beginning on September 24, from 7 to 8:30pm on Zoom. The plan is to complete the first six sessions before Christmas, then take a break, and then finish the last three sessions in January and February, before Lent begins.
Please email pamela@churchofstmartin.org to sign up or with questions you might have. The circle size is limited to 12 and participation from around the Diocese is encouraged.
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Trinity to Host Free Documentary Showing on September 21
Saturday, September 21| 2:00 - 4:00 pm | Trinity, Cathedral
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“Cooked: Survival by Zip Code”
Directed & Produced by Judith Helfland
There will be a panel discussion and substantial refreshments in the Lexis Gallery, Trinity Cathedral, 2620 Capitol Ave, Sacramento.
TREE (Trinity Respecting the Earth & Environment) and St. Francis’ Climate Justice Committee are co-sponsoring a free showing of the documentary “Cooked: Survival by Zip Code,” the story of a tragic heatwave in Chicago when 739 citizens died in a single week. What are the implications for Sacramento? For public policy? For action?
There will be a panel discussion and substantial refreshments in the Lexis Gallery, Trinity Cathedral, 2620 Capitol Ave, Sacramento.
For more information contact Deirdre Johnson at deirdre.johnson@icloud.com
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Missioner for Church Life | |
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Friday, September 15-Sunday October 15, 2024
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we are excited to offer complimentary resources for your congregation! Our educational materials feature books by Hispanic/Latino authors, as well as toolkits for Día de Los Muertos, Pastorela Navideña, and Via Crucis. These resources are designed to assist with planning, worship, pastoral care, and more.
Be sure to check out the resources available on our diocesan website here.
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Diocesan Rainbow Ministry Regathering!
Wednesday, September 25 | 1:00 pm | On Zoom
We invite you to join us for a meeting of the diocesan Rainbow Ministry (RM) as we come together again after a brief summer break. The Rainbow Ministry welcomes everyone who identifies as 2S/LGBTQIA+ and their allies. Remember, God’s love embraces us all, and we are all blessed by God’s incredible grace.
Click here for more information
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Good Shepherd Community Concert!
Good Shepherd in Cloverdale hosted a vibrant community concert where faith was uplifted through enjoyable festivities and fellowship. A special thank you to Deacon Bob Scott and Priest Tim McDonald for launching another successful event at our FaithX Church.
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Good Shepherd Welcomes La Familia Sana!
Good Shepherd, one of our FaithX churches, is excited to partner with La Familia Sana (The Healthy Family), a grassroots organization dedicated to supporting underserved communities with long-term needs in healthcare, employment, food, and education. This partnership grew out of their involvement with the Church Vitality Program, and as it continues to evolve, we look forward to the positive impact and meaningful work that will emerge.
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Trinity Folsom!
The Vestry is thrilled to announce that we have called Fr. Bret Hays as the next Rector of Trinity Folsom! Fr. Bret comes to us from the Church of the Advent in Tallahassee, Florida, with a wealth of experience as a rector since 2011. Fr. Bret’s liturgical style, Christ-centered preaching, and administrative skills make him a great fit for Trinity. He is passionate about Christian formation and strengthening community ties. We are excited to welcome him on Monday, November 25, just in time for Advent.
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Upcoming Events around the Diocese | |
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Honoring our Shared Humanity: Understanding Islamophobia and Antisemitism
St. Patrick's, Kenwood | September 24 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Kenwood, in conjunction with the Interfaith Council of Sonoma and Congregation Ner Shalom in Sebastopol, is presenting a Zoom program “Honoring our Shared Humanity: Understanding Islamophobia and Antisemitism."
Click here for more information.
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Dine and Dance, Swing and Sway
September 28 | Our Saviour, Placerville | 5:00 pm
Start with a lasagna dinner at 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Follow with music and dancing with the SwingMasters’ big band sound. Think Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, and Tommy Dorsey. SwingMasters is an 18-member band that produces a big, bold sound. Members come from a variety of experiences and backgrounds, but all are experts on their instruments. Sit and listen or dance the courtyard.
It all happens at Episcopal Church of Our Saviour, Placerville.
Cost: $40 per person (children under 12 free)
Reservations are highly advised at 530-391-4588. Tickets will be available at the event if there is space.
This fun extravaganza is a benefit for the Building Fund to repair and upgrade the historic church.
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Dine and Dance, Swing and Sway
September 28 | Our Saviour, Placerville | 5:00 pm
Start with a lasagna dinner at 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Follow with music and dancing with the SwingMasters’ big band sound. Think Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, and Tommy Dorsey. SwingMasters is an 18-member band that produces a big, bold sound. Members come from a variety of experiences and backgrounds, but all are experts on their instruments. Sit and listen or dance the courtyard.
It all happens at Episcopal Church of Our Saviour, Placerville.
Cost: $40 per person (children under 12 free)
Reservations are highly advised at 530-391-4588. Tickets will be available at the event if there is space.
This fun extravaganza is a benefit for the Building Fund to repair and upgrade the historic church.
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Screening of The Philadelphia Eleven on Sunday, September 29 in Davis
St. Martin's in Davis is hosting a free screening of The Philadelphia Eleven, a feature documentary chronicling the pioneers who overcame discrimination and rejection to become the first women ordained to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church.
The screening will take place on Sunday, September 29, at 4:00pm in the parish hall. There is no ticket charge, but donations will be accepted.
This film tells a story that continues to resonate today as women seeking ordination continue to face resistance, disrespect, and even exclusion from roles reserved by men for men. The documentary explores the lives of these remarkable women who succeeded in transforming an age-old institution despite the threats to their personal safety and the risk of rejection by the church they loved. These women became and remain an inspiration for generations of women in the ministry, and a clarion call for the entire Christian Church.
After the screening, refreshments will be served and there will be a brief discussion featuring ordained women discussing their own experiences, including the Rev. Dr. Pamela Dolan, rector of St. Martin’s, and the Rev. Mary Goshert Ekenstam, one of the first women ordained in the Episcopal Church in Northern California. If you are an ordained woman in our Diocese and would like to participate in the Q&A, please let Rev. Pamela know by contacting her at pamela@churchofstmartin.org.
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Job Openings in The Diocese | |
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Our Saviour, Placerville is looking for a new secretary. The secretary is responsible for producing a monthly newsletter, printing and filing documents, responding to inquiries, maintaining the church’s website, greeting and assisting visitors, and performing other duties as requested from the Rector.
Click here for more information.
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Clergy Openings in The Diocese | |
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St. Luke's | Woodland is seeking a Seeking Full-Time Rector |
View Job Description here. Receiving Names until September 30
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