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Welcome to the latest edition of TME-News!

Friends, in addition to our fabulous The Mississippi Episcopalian magazine, we are introducing the TME-news brief that will allow us to more quickly and nimbly share upcoming events and happenings from around the Diocese every other Wednesday! So watch for it - and get your news here!!



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We hope that you enjoy this addition to our diocesan communications!

Events are listed chronologically and categorized as follows:

• FELLOWSHIP: Social activities
• FORMATION: Events related to our faith journey (individual or community)
• ARTS: Arts-related events
• YOUTH: Youth events
• COMMUNITY: events for and/or by the community

We have many exciting events! You may need to click "View entire message" at the bottom of this email to see them all.

Speaking of Sin: Lenten Supper Series

FORMATION

Wednesdays, during Lent

6:00 - 7:30 pm

St. Alban's, Bovina

5930 Warriors Trail

Bovina, MS 39180

In this year's Lenten supper series at St. Alban's, we’re exploring sin and how we might see it, in the words of Barbara Brown Taylor in Speaking of Sin, as “a helpful, hopeful word” that helps us move from “guilt to grace.” Come for a simple soup supper and great discussion each Wednesday in Lent from 6:00-7:30 PM

Navigating past the Seven Deadly Sins

FORMATION

Wednesdays, April 2 - 16, 2025

5:30 - 7:00 pm

St. Thomas, Diamondhead

5303 Diamondhead Circle

Diamondhead, MS

St Thomas Diamondhead continues the Lenten season looking at the Seven Deadly Sins first highlighted by the ancient monks of Egypt and further articulated by Gregory I in the 7th century, but most memorably brought to the popular mind by Dante's Purgatory--with its seven ascending levels of pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth. Although most have a deep physiological, psychological, or sociological causation, the theology behind them unburdens the heart and makes a path toward Easter!

Beloved Community Monthly Gathering

FORMATION

Online via Zoom

Thursday, April 3, 2025

12:00 noon

Join us this month for PREFORMING THE PEACE -

Tales from a Memphis police officer and a justice-impacted citizen.

Check out our upcoming online gatherings below.

Lenten Bible Study

In the Image and Likeness:

God's People, as We Are

FORMATION

Thursdays during Lent

4:00 -5:00 pm

Online via Zoom

Prepare for Lent with Bishop Dorothy Wells! Join our online Lenten Bible study series, "In the Image and Likeness: God's People, As We Are." We'll explore the stories of Ishmael and Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, and Moses, discovering how God values and uses each of us, just as we are.

Join us Thursdays during Lent 2025, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM via Zoom. Attend any or all sessions.

Upcoming Sessions:

• April 3: "Since I am a poor speaker, why would Pharaoh listen to me?" – Moses (Exodus 6-7)
• April 10: Joseph – What to do with your Gift

Let's journey together this Lent, deepening our faith and strengthening our community as we prepare for Easter. All are welcome!

Silent Day of Prayer

Daughters of the King, Sophia Chapter

FORMATION

Saturday, April 5, 2025

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

St. Thomas, Diamondhead

5303 Diamondhead Circle

Diamondhead, MS 39525

The Daughters of the King Sophia Chapter will host their 1st Annual Lenten Quiet Day on Saturday, April 5th, 2025, from 9 am-1 pm.

The day will include Meditations and Reflections on the theme of “Perspective and Perseverance.”

The Daughters ask that all attendees bring their own lunch. They will provide water and soft drinks. Following the lunch, there will be a short hands-on project to conclude the day.

Please RSVP to Jean Garrison (601) 685-2504, penquin9862@gmail.com.

Aisha Nyandoro talk

at St. Andrew's Cathedral

Lenten Speaker Series

FORMATION

Sunday, April 6, 2025

9:30 - 10:30 am

St. Andrew's Cathedral, Jackson

Parish Hall

305 E Capitol St.

Jackson, MS 39201

Aisha Nyandoro

CEO of Springboard to Opportunities

She's been featured by NPR and The New York Times, she was included on the Time '100 Next' list in 2024, and this Sunday she's coming to a Cathedral near you!

This Sunday at 9:30 in the St. Andrew's Cathedral Parish Hall, we're welcoming Springboard to Opportunities founder and CEO Aisha Nyandoro as a featured speaker in our Lenten speaker series. This is sure to be an engaging, informative, and inspirational talk, and it's free and open to the public, so come join us!

Springboard to Opportunities is one of the Cathedral's community partners doing amazing work in the City of Jackson. Their mission is to be "a nonprofit organization working alongside residents of federally subsidized housing as they pursue their goals in school, work, and life."

Spring Tea

FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, April 6, 2025

2:00 pm

Christ, Bay St. Louis

912 South Beach Blvd

Bay St. Louis. Ms

Kindly join us for a Spring Tea, at Christ Episcopal Church in Bay St. Louis on Sunday, April 6th, 2025 at 2pm. This event is open to the public; tickets are $20.00 per person. Proceeds benefit Christ Episcopal Church. Contact Mandy by text at 601.590.2791 or email at ms.mandyann79@gmail.com for tickets.

Grief Support Group

COMMUNITY

Wednesdays, through April 9, 2025

2:00 pm

St. Thomas, Diamondhead

5303 Diamondhead Circle

Diamondhead, MS 39525

St. Thomas is hosting a Grief Support Group every Wednesday at 2pm in our Parish Hall. It is being held weekly through April 9th, and all in need of this resource are welcome to join.

Songs have Souls

FELLOWSHIP

St. Columb's, Ridgeland

550 Sunnybrook Rd.

Ridgeland, MS 39157

Wednesdays during Lent,

6:00 pm

Join us on Wednesday nights at 5:30 p.m. during Lent beginning March 19 and concluding on April 9. Each evening will feature a singer/songwriter and dinner catered by Strawberry Cafe.

Tickets are $20 per individual and a max $50 per family.

Lenten Souper Suppers + The Chosen Episode

FELLOWSHIP

Wednesdays, during Lent

6:00 pm

St. Elizabeth's, Collins

1201 South 4th Street

Collins, MS 39428

All are invited to join the St. Elizabeth’s folks in Corban Hall for the Lenten Souper Suppers on Wednesday nights during Lent at 6:00 pm. (Evening Prayer in the nave at 5:00 pm). We will share a simple soup meal, fellowship, and watch an episode from The Chosen series.

Looking for God in Messy Places

FORMATION

Thursdays during Lent

5:30 pm

All Saints', Tupelo

608 West Jefferson Street

Tupelo, MS 38804

Join us this Lenten season for an engaging Book Study titled "Looking for God in Messy Places," where we will gather on Thursdays, March 13, 20, 27, and April 3 at 5:30 p.m. in the All Saints' Library. 

Weekly Stations of the Cross

FORMATION

Fridays during Lent

Noon

St. Paul's, Meridian

1116 23rd Ave

Meridian, MS 39301

Join the members of St. Paul's - Meridian every Friday during Lent at 12:00 noon as we pray A Scriptural Way of the Cross: A Liturgy of the Stations of the Cross. We will process around the Nave as we remember the Passion of our Lord as told through the Gospels. Please call the Parish Office at 601-693-2502 with any questions. 

Stations of the Cross

FORMATION

Fridays, during Lent

12:05 pm

St Timothy's, Southaven

8245 Getwell Rd

Southaven, MS 38672

Walk 'the Way of the Cross' every Friday in Lent. In the nave at St. Timothy's, beginning with prayers before the altar at 12:05 pm.

Spiritual Formation Training

for Racial Healing & Relationship Building

FORMATION

Saturday, April 12, 2025

8:30 am - 3:30 pm

St. Mark’s, Gulfport

11322 W Taylor Rd

Gulfport, MS 39503

We are excited to invite you to a transformative day of spiritual formation training focused on racial healing and relationship building on April 12, 2025, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Gulfport, MS. This workshop promises to be a nurturing and shame-free environment where we can come together as a community to deepen our understanding and practice of seeing the face of God in everyone. 

Throughout the day, participants will engage in enriching activities designed to enhance essential skills such as healthy dialogue, active listening, and loving speech. We aim to cultivate a culture of belonging, resilience, and compassion, enabling us to share our truths respectfully while embracing our differences. By fostering heart space and understanding, we can build stronger relationships within our church and the wider community.

To register for this meaningful opportunity or for more information, please scan the QR code provided or call Andy at 901-275-4514. We encourage everyone to participate in this essential journey towards healing and connection, as we strive to live out our faith in tangible ways.

Lenten Walks

FORMATION

Saturdays, during Lent



Beginning Saturday, March 8th, we begin 6 consecutive Saturdays of Lenten Walks. Each walk will begin at 8:00 am at a designated point and we will walk 5-7 miles along Highway 90 beachside. 

On March 8th, we will depart from St. John and walk to downtown Biloxi where we will stop for coffee and fellowship before returning to St. John. The following week we will begin downtown Biloxi (in a designated spot) and walk to Edgewater Mall area.

There will be one or two vehicles designated for shuttling walkers to their return location. 



Walkers need to bring their own water and funds for the coffee stop, and any other necessary items for the journey.

Palm Sunday at St. Philip's, Jackson

FORMATION

Sunday, April 13, 2025

10:30 am

St. Philip's, Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211



Please join us on Sunday, April 12th at 10:30 am for our Palm Sunday service. All are welcome!!

Second Sundays at St. Mary's, Bolton

FORMATION

Sunday, April 13, 2025

3:00 pm

St. Mary's, Bolton

209 E. Madison Street

Bolton, Mississippi

Holy Monday Service

FORMATION

Monday, April 14, 2025

12:05 - 12:45 pm

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Light lunch will be served following the service in the Parish Hall.

St. Andrew's Cathedral

Holy Week/Easter

FORMATION

St. Andrew's Cathedral, Jackson

305 E. Capitol St.

Jackson, Mississippi 39201



Stations of the Cross & Eucharist

Monday, April 14th, 5:15pm

Stations of the Cross & Eucharist

Tuesday, April 15th, 5:15pm

Tenebrae

Wednesday, April 16th, 6:30pm

Latin for darkness or shadows, this quiet service of contemplation includes readings, psalms and sung responses to the themes of Holy Week.

Maundy Thursday Service

Thursday, April 17th, 6:30pm

Includes a dinner for all.

Good Friday Services

Friday, April 18th, Noon and 6:30pm

Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 19th, 10:00am

At St. Andrew’s Lower School.

The Great Vigil of Easter

Saturday, April 19th, 7:00pm

Followed by a candlelight reception.

Easter Day Services

Sunday, April 20th, 8:30am and 10:30am

Bishop Wells will preach and celebrate. With a reception between services.

Holy Tuesday Service

FORMATION

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

12:05 - 12:45 pm

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Light lunch will be served following the service in the Parish Hall.

Holy Wednesday Service

FORMATION

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

12:05 - 12:45 pm

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Light lunch will be served following the service in the Parish Hall.

Benediction and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

FORMATION

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

6:00 - 7:00 pm

St Patrick's, Long Beach

310 N Cleveland Ave

Long Beach, MS 39560

A meditative service where one is invited to adore the Eucharist and be blessed by it.

Tenebrae

FORMATION

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

7:00 pm

Chapel of the Cross, Madison

674 Mannsdale Road

Madison, MS 39110

The word Tenebrae is Latin for “Darkness” or “Shadows” The most conspicuous feature of the service is the gradual extinguishing of candles until only a single candle, considered a symbol of our Lord, remains. Toward the end of the service this candle is hidden, typifying the apparent victory of the forces of evil. At the very end, a loud noise is made, symbolizing the earthquake at the time of the resurrection (Matthew 28:2), the hidden candle is restored to its place, and by its light all depart in silence. By drawing upon material from each of the former three offices of Tenebrae, this service provides an extended meditation upon, and a prelude to, the events in our Lord’s life between the Last Supper and the Resurrection.

Maundy Thursday Service

FORMATION

Thursday, April 17, 2025

5:30 -6:30 pm

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Maundy Thursday at St. Philip's, Jackson

FORMATION

Thursday, April 17, 2025

7:00 pm

St. Philip's, Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211

Please join us for our Maundy Thursday service on April 17, 2025, at 7 p.m. All are welcome.

Last Words and Meditation

FORMATION

Friday, April 18, 2025

12:00 noon - 3:00 pm

St Patrick's, Long Beach

310 N Cleveland Ave

Long Beach, MS 39560

During the traditional time Jesus hung on the cross, 12-3 pm Good Friday, St. Patrick's will open iour doors for meditation and contemplation of Jesus' last words.

Good Friday Service

FORMATION

Friday, April 18, 2025

12:05 - 12:45 pm, and 5:30 - 6:30 pm

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Stations of the Cross at St. Philip's, Jackson

FORMATION

Friday, April 18, 2025

5:45 pm

St. Philip's, Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211



Join us on this prayerful devotion as we walk with Jesus from his trial to burial.

Stations of the Cross

FORMATION

Friday, April 18, 2025

6:00 pm

Chapel of the Cross, Madison

674 Mannsdale Road

Madison, MS 39110

The Chapel of the Cross in Madison will walk the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, April 18th, at 6:00 pm using our beautiful outdoor stations trail!

St, Mark's Community Wide Easter Egg Hunt

YOUTH

Saturday, April 19, 2025

10:00 am

St. Mark's, Raymond

205 W., Main Street

Raymond, MS 39154

We are thrilled to invite families and children to the annual St. Mark's Community Easter Egg Hunt! This delightful event will take place on Saturday, April 19, starting at 10:00 AM. Join us on the beautiful lawn behind the church for a fun-filled morning designed for children aged 10 and under. Bring your little ones for an unforgettable experience filled with colorful eggs, treats, and plenty of smiles. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate Easter with our community! We look forward to seeing you there!

The Great Vigil of Easter

at St. Philip's, Jackson

FORMATION

Saturday, April 19, 2025

6:00 pm

St. Philip's, Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211

Please join us for the Great Vigil of Easter on Saturday, April 19th at 6:00 p.m. We are happy to welcome the Right Reverend Dorothy Wells for her annual visitation with us! All are welcome!

Holy Week Services

at Epiphany, Tunica

FORMATION

beginning Sunday, April 13, 2025

through Saturday April 19, 2025

Epiphany, Tunica

1061 Shady Ln

Tunica, MS 38676

All are invited to the Holy Week services at Epiphany, Tunica where we will live into Christ's Passion and Resurrection.

The Great Vigil of Easter Service

FORMATION

Saturday, April 19, 2025

6:30 - 7:30 pm

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Easter Egg Hunt

FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, April 20, 2025

10:00 - 10:30 am

St. Peter's by-the-Lake, Brandon

1954 Spillway Road

Brandon, MS 39047

Hop on over for some Easter fun! 🐰 Join us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt at St. Peter's by-the-Lake on Sunday, April 20, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM sharp. This egg-cellent event is for children ages 10 and under. Don't be late – the hunt wraps up at 10:30 AM! We can't wait to see you there! 

Easter Day Service

FORMATION

Sunday, April 20, 2025

10:30 - 11:30 am

St. John's, Pascagoula

3507 Pine St.

Pascagoula, MS 39567

Children's Easter egg hunt will follow the service.

Easter Day

at St. Philip's, Jackson

FORMATION

Sunday, April 20, 2025

10:30 am

St.Philip's, Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211

Easter Day at St. Philips! We will have one service at 10:30 am, followed by an Easter Egg hunt and reception in the Courtyard. All are welcome! Please join us!

Resurrection Sunday!

A Celebration of Eternal Life

ARTS

Sunday, April 20, 2025

2:00 pm

Christ, Church Hill

57 Church Hill Road

At intersection of Miss. Hwy 553 and Church Hill Road

Church Hill, MS 39120

The Easter portion of Handel's acclaimed "Messiah" is one of the highlights of a free, 45-minute concert on Easter Day, April 20, at Christ Episcopal Church, Church Hill, Miss. The concert, entitled "Resurrection Sunday! A Celebration of Eternal Life," begins at 2 p.m. in the historic church. Five professional musicians will present Easter-related selections by Handel, Bach, and others. The concert will primarily celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, but it will also celebrate the completion of a two-year restoration of the 1858 church building. At 3 p.m. an Easter worship service will be led by the Rev. Sam Godfrey. "We invite all to come for the music and stay to worship with us," he said. "We have much to celebrate."

Planting the Seeds of Faith

YOUTH

Sundays, through July

Christ, Bay St. Louis

912 S Beach Blvd

Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520

"Planting the Seeds of Faith" is a lesson where we teach the similarities of how nurturing your "faith" is a lot like cultivating a seed. Over the next few months as we tend to our seeds, we will discuss the ways that we can help "grow" our faith.

Once our plants have produced, we plan to share the "fruits of our labor " with our congregation.

Cajun Mass in the Grass

FORMATION

Sunday, April 27, 2025

10:00 am

St. James', Jackson

3921 Oak Ridge Drive

Jackson, MS 39216



Join us on Sunday, April 27th, at 10:00 AM in the beautiful backyard of St. James' for our Outdoor Cajun Mass and Crawfish Boil!

Come and enjoy the beauty of God's creation as we gather for worship in the open air. Following the service, we'll feast on delicious Louisiana crawfish, complete with corn, potatoes, and sausage! We'll also have lively Cajun music to set the festive mood.

Ticket Information: Individual Plate (Crawfish/Corn/Potatoes/Sausage): $20.

Family Plate (serves a family): $40. Good news for the little ones! We will also have hotdogs available for children.For those who prefer an indoor setting, our regular worship service will also be held in the church sanctuary at 10:00 AM.

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to worship together in a new way, enjoy fellowship, and savor some delicious Cajun cuisine! We can't wait to see you there!

Peacock Island Community Arts Festival

ARTS

Saturday, May 3, 2025

11:00 am -- 6:00 pm

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and Community Arts Center

11322 W Taylor Road

Gulfport, MS 39503

St. Mark’s Community Arts Center is celebrating creativity through the arts! Open to artists, musicians, craftsmen, dancers and any groups or individuals who are interested. Enter our juried Art Show. Enjoy music under our sprawling oaks. Picnic with BBQ sandwiches and homemade treats. Purchase a ticket for our giant prize raffle! There’s no admission or parking fee. Churches are invited to participate with a booth at no charge. (On-site food vendor space is not available). All proceeds benefit the programs at St Mark’s Community Arts Center. For more details and entry forms, visit our website.

Culpepper Cookout

FELLOWSHIP

Saturday, May 24, 2025

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Gray Center/Camp Bratton-Green

1530 Way Road

Canton, MS 39046



We will gather at Camp Bratton-Green on May 24th for the Second Annual Culpepper Cookout! Come and join us for a day full of camp activities and an awesome BBQ Competition in the afternoon. We'll kick off the event at 10 am and finish the day at 4 pm!

All funds raised through the Culpepper Cookout will be dedicated to the construction of our new accessibility-focused challenge course!

Icon Painting Workshop

ARTS



Monday, June 23, 2025 - Saturday, June 28, 2025

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

St. John's, Laurel

541 N 5th Ave.

Laurel, MS 39440

Iconography Workshop at St. John's, Laurel: The clergy and people of St. John's, Laurel are pleased to welcome Theodoros Papadopoulos of Larissa, Greece, for our fifth annual iconography workshop, 23-28 June 2025. Registration details, costs, and details of the icon which will be the subject of the workshop can be found at https://theodoreicons.com/laurel .

Housing and meals need to be arranged by individuals, but questions may be directed to the office at St. John's, Laurel at 601-428-7252 or office@stjohnslaurel.com .

Resource Retreat

FORMATION



Saturday, June 28, 2025

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

St. James', Jackson

3921 Oakridge Drive

Jackson, MS 39216



The Resource Retreat 2025 is an essential opportunity for all clergy, wardens, treasurers, and lay leaders in the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi to come together in fellowship and growth. This retreat aims to cultivate our spiritual talents and deepen our understanding of the mission of the Church. As leaders, your roles are pivotal in guiding our communities; this event will provide the tools and insights necessary for enhancing stewardship growth and fostering collaboration among our church leaders. 

We invite you to participate in this enriching experience, where we will explore the themes of opening doors to new opportunities, expanding our capacity to serve, and recognizing the potential each member brings to our shared mission. Your involvement is crucial as we work together to strengthen our diocese and enhance our collective impact.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 9 AM to 2 PM at St. James in Jackson. This gathering promises to be a time of inspiration, connection, and empowerment. For more information or to express your interest, please email andrews@dioms.org. We are excited to support and engage with you in this vital journey of spiritual growth and stewardship.

Camp Bratton-Green Summer 2025!

YOUTH



Registration for all CBG summer camp sessions is now open!

CBG Nurse's Station Restock

YOUTH

ongoing

online via link

Gray Center/Camp Bratton-Green

1530 Way Road

Canton, MS 39046



EY2nds is a group of youth from the churches in the central convocation. This spring we are gathering at Camp Bratton Green for a service weekend. One of our goals is to clean, organize, and restock the nurse's station. If you would like to help us you can buy supplies for this using our Amazon wish list. Thanks a million.

All youth in the central convocation are welcome and encouraged to join us. Contact Lisa Saucier for more info. LisaS@stphilipsjackson.com

Daily Office with the Marble School

FORMATION

Daily, ongoing

Online via Zoom



The Daily Office is an excellent Lenten spiritual discipline. Rather than giving up something for Lent, take on a new spiritual practice for the season.

The A. C. Marble School prays Morning Prayer, Noonday Prayer, Evening Prayer, and Compline every day. You can join others in prayer from your home or office. You can join on your computer, smart phone, or tablet.

Once a week? Once a day? So many options!

For more information on Chapel at the Marble School: https://acmarble.dioms.org/chapel.html

Creation Care Story Collection

Ongoing

Gathering Information from around the Diocese for the Creation Care Newsletter

It's Time to Tell Your Story:

We believe in the power of stories to inspire and influence change—and here’s where YOU come in! We’d love to hear about ways you or your parish are caring for creation. These stories can be anything from sharing a favorite prayer, telling us about how you’ve reduced your church’s carbon footprint, or making us aware of how you’ve advocated for environmental policy change. These stories will inspire us all to further action. We’ll hope to share some of the stories, ideas and pictures in the Creation Care Newsletter.

Creation Care News

Are you ready to dig deep and sow some seeds of change? We invite you to sign up for our diocesan Creation Care Task Force Monthly newsletter, where we share news, ideas, and inspiration from the Diocese of Mississippi and beyond! 

Every month, you'll receive a delightful bouquet of tips and resources to help you nurture our beautiful planet and bring about the Kingdom of God on Earth right here, right now!