In this edition: Delaware Pride Festival; National Hispanic Heritage Month; Annual Convention update; Christmas Card Contest; Fun Fact; Check it Out!; Did You Know?; Upcoming events; News in the ECD community, Episcopal Church, and Anglican Communion
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The Episcopal Church in Delaware
supports Delaware Pride Festival
Legislative Mall, Dover
Saturday, October 2, 9am – 5pm
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The Episcopal Church in Delaware (ECD) is a sponsor of the Delaware Pride Festival and will be hosting an information table at the festival. Clergy and lay leaders are invited to volunteer for one or two hours as greeters at the table. Clergy are encouraged to wear clericals, and lay leaders are welcome to wear their home parish/institution shirts, etc.
Also, if you would like to share your parish/institution materials at the table, please mail to Jon Rania, c/o Christ Church Dover, P.O. Box 1374, Dover, DE 19903 no later than Thursday, September 30, 2021.
For more information or to sign up to staff the table, please contact Jon Rania at [email protected] or call 302-734-5731 (work) or 302-245-1881 (cell).
The ECD is a sponsor of this event. Those assisting or attending the festival are welcome to park at Christ Church, 501 S. State Street, Dover in the off-street parking lot. The parish house will be open as a comfort station from 8am-6pm on the day of the festival.
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National Hispanic
Heritage Month
September 15 - October15
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
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The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson, and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period. For 2021 events and highlights, click here
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Musician Joe Troop releases song, video inspired by Episcopal-supported migrant shelter
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Annual Convention to be online only
Update from Bishop Brown
This year's annual convention will now be held entirely online, instead of the hybrid plan that we had hoped would be possible. With the continuing spread of the highly contagious Delta variant and the rise in breakthrough cases, I believe this to be the best and safest decision for everyone involved. It simply isn’t wise to expect clergy, delegates, and the convention team (over a hundred people) to attend an all-day, in-person, indoor event in these conditions. With two months to go before we convene, much work remains to adjust the details of the event. We will announce all convention updates as soon as they are available. Until you hear otherwise, please continue to adhere to the deadlines and procedures as indicated in the Call to Convention.
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Calling all young artists!
2021 Christmas Card Contest
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I invite all creative girls and boys up to 18 years old to create the Christmas card I will send this December. Whatever kind of visual art you enjoy — drawing, painting, sculpture, mosaic, collage, photography, pottery, you name it — that can be printed on a Christmas card, send it in. I’d love to see what the Holy Spirit sparks in you that can help spread Christmas joy and hope this year.
The scripture text inside the card will be Isaiah 9:6, where the prophet proclaimed, For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders; and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Once images of all of the artwork have been received, my wife, Caroline, and I will select one card from each age group (10 and under and 11-18) to be printed. I will publicly unveil the chosen cards (and all entries we receive) at the diocesan convention and in The Net just before Thanksgiving. Of course, the artwork will also be shared online at www.delaware.church.
I hope to get lots of entries from every parish in Delaware! — Bishop Brown
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Below are a few guidelines to keep in mind:
- Please submit your artwork as an attachment in a jpg or pdf format.
- Please include your name, age, and contact information with your submission.
- Text and background colors used in card will complement your design. Note: the sample image on the left does not represent color or design of the actual card.
- If your artwork is designed to cover the entire front of card, please submit with the approximate size/dimension of 5” x 7”, otherwise it can be any dimension variation (no smaller than 3” x 3” please).
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Fun Fact
Question: During the American Civil War (April 12, 1861 – May 9, 1865) which church in the diocese had its windows blown out?
Clue: It happened the same year as the Battle of Gettysburg.
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150th anniversary of the martyrdom of Bishop John Coleridge Patteson
first bishop of Melanesia
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John Coleridge Patteson went to the South Pacific and was made bishop in 1861.The slave-trade was technically illegal there, but the laws were unenforced and slave-raiding was a flourishing business. Patteson was actively engaged in the effort to stamp it out. However, injured men do not always distinguish friends from foes. After slave-raiders had attacked the island of Nakapu, in the Santa Cruz group, Patteson and several companions visited the area. They were assumed to be connected with the raiders, and Patteson's body was floated back to his ship with five hatchet wounds in the chest, one for each native who had been killed in the earlier raid. The death of Bishop Patteson caused an uproar back in England, and stimulated the government there to take firm measures to stamp out slavery and the slave trade in its Pacific territories. It was also the seed of a strong and vigorous Church in Melanesia today. Patteson and his companions died on 20 September 1871. Read the Archbishop of Canterbury's sermon commemorating the martyrdom here
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On this date in 1985, the first Farm Aid was held in Champaign, IL and
it has been held every year since
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After 36 years, Farm Aid still stands with family farmers. The non-profit has worked over the years to promote a strong, resilient family farm system, and to build a system of agriculture that values family farmers, good food, soil and water, and strong communities. It operates an emergency hotline that offers farmers resources for the challenges they're experiencing, and a fund to help farmers who lose their belongings and crops through natural disasters. Its annual music and food festival celebrates farmers, eaters, and music coming together for change. Since 1985, Farm Aid has raised more than $60 million to help family farmers thrive all over the country while inspiring millions of people to take part in the Good Food Movement. The experience of the past 18 months has reminded us how much we need each other. I’m so glad we can come together again at Farm Aid 2021. When we combine music, family farmers, and good food, we have the power to grow the kind of agriculture that strengthens all of us.— Willie Nelson. More information in video above. Farm Aid 2021 information here,
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Fall edition of
Delaware Communion features children of the diocese
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The latest edition of the diocesan quarterly magazine is published and includes:
- Faith in the First Half of Life
- Where Does God Live?
- Ministry to People in the Second Half of Life
- The Time is Now: A reflection the end of life
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Cycle of Prayer in the Episcopal Church in Delaware |
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This week (week of September 19), in our diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we hold up in prayer the Church of the Nativity, New Castle, vestry leadership and parish. For the 2020-2021 diocesan Cycle of Prayer click here.
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Check out the guest of honor!! |
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Delaware Interfaith Power & Light Eco-Faith
Fall Celebration
Ashland Nature Center
Tuesday, September 26, 3-5pm
Guest of Honor: the Rt. Rev. Kevin S. Brown
Join us for a special evening to support and celebrate the faithful climate action work of Delaware Interfaith Power & Light. Network with other climate champions, Interfaith partners, and elected officials in the beautiful setting of Ashland Nature Center as we build together our religious response to address climate change and environmental justice. We will strive to make it an eco-friendly event to minimize waste, please bring your own dinner set (or use ours) and your own reusable water bottle (we will have water coolers). Share our mission and invite a friend or two:)! Please carry proof of vaccination or wear a mask.
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MLK Voice 4 Youth 2022, celebrating 7 years encouraging youth to speak up!
Registration opens International Peace Day: Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Hybrid writing workshop: Tuesday, October 5, 2021 4 PM
To register for the in-person writing workshop at The Teen Warehouse, Wilmington, click here.
To register for the virtual Zoom writing workshop click here.
In-person writing & performance workshop: Saturday, December 11, 9:3am–2:30pm at Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington(lunch provided.) All workshops are free for contestants
Registration closes: Friday, December 17, 2021
Semi-Finals: Friday, January 7, 2022 at Modern Maturity Center, 1121 Forrest Avenue, Dover or
Saturday, January 8, 2022 at The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew, Wilmington
Finals: Sunday, January 16, 2022, 2pm, at the Baby Grand, Wilmington
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Fall Flea Market, Grace Church, Wilmington, Saturday, September 25, 8am-2pm
Rain date October 2
Over 100 vendors and crafters, garage sale items, used books, antiques, attic treasures, food trucks, bake table, and more!
More information and space rental registration here
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After the success of our monthly deep dives in 2020-21, we are excited to announce that they will continue in the coming program year, beginning Monday September 27th at noon and continuing on October 25th and November 22nd. During these hour-long sessions, youth workers and Christian formation educators gather over zoom to discuss a specific topic in-depth. Last year, topics included intergenerational worship, covid-safe event planning, technology and the post-pandemic church, seasonal educational idea sharing, self-care, General Convention, and more. September 27 will be a round-table discussion to raise topics of interest for future Deep Dives. Please contact Joanne Fisher or Kate Riley if you would like to join the meeting - all are welcome.
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Register now for An Evening in Conversation with Episcopal HBCU Leaders
Wednesday, September 29, 5-6pm
A virtual panel discussion highlighting the importance and history of two Episcopal historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) will include Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and U.S. Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., in conversation with the presidents of Saint Augustine’s University and Voorhees College.
Hosted by The Episcopal Church Office of Development, the webinar-style event on Zoom—from 5 to 6 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Sept. 29—will include a discussion followed by Q&A. Rebecca Linder Blachly, director of government relations for The Episcopal Church, will moderate the conversation with Curry, Clyburn, Saint Augustine’s President Christine Johnson McPhail and Voorhees President Ronnie Hopkins. More information
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Blessing of the Animals, Grace Church, Wilmington, Sunday October 3, 12 noon
In addition, to the blessing of the animals worship service, Brandywine Collaborative Ministries will offer pet portraits, rescue animals available for adoption, raffles, face painting, and a variety of vendors. For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/360559638928329
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ECW Annual Meeting, Saturday, October 16 and registration deadline is October 8
Please don't wait until the last minute! Full details here
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Fall Designer Bag Bingo! St. James Church, Newport, Sunday, October 17, 1pm, Doors open 12:15 pm
Come and Play! 20 games of Bingo and raffles, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, light lunch or snacks, and good times - join the fun! Pre-registration required.
More information and registration details here
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Flood Assistance Programs
available in the map area
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Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki joined Delaware Governor John Carney and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) to issue an important joint announcement about flood assistance programs for residents impacted by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. “It’s a difficult task to pull lives and properties back together again following natural and unexpected disasters,” said the Mayor. “The past several days have tested the ability of the community and government to come together as quickly as possible to assist affected residents and businesses. We have a great deal of work to do, but the City and State are committed to the tasks and challenges ahead.” Read joint news release here. Information on flood assistance here.
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News from the Episcopal Church and beyond |
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Register now to exhibit at The Episcopal Church’s 80th General Convention
Registration for exhibit space at the 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church is now open to all organizations and vendors. This triennial event is scheduled for July 7–14, 2022, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Space is limited, and over half of the floorplan has been reserved. The General Convention is the largest gathering of Episcopalians from across the church, domestically and abroad. With hundreds of bishops and elected lay and ordained deputies, plus many volunteers, guests, and other visitors also participating, exhibitors can expect thousands of people to pass through the exhibit area. More information
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Former US presidents, religious leaders launch organization to aid Afghan evacuees
Welcome.US launched Tuesday, September 14, to provide a single point of entry for Americans to donate to frontline organizations, host arriving families through Airbnb and find other ways to help Afghans as they rebuild their lives in the U.S. after fleeing the Taliban. Welcome.US lists a diverse group of religious leaders as part of its Welcome Council. Among them are Bishop Michael Curry, head of The Episcopal Church. More information
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Megan Rohrer Makes History as First Trans Bishop in a Mainstream U.S. Denomination
The Evangelical Lutheran Church has anointed its first transgender bishop, becoming the first major U.S. denomination to do so. Megan Rohrer was installed at a service held in San Francisco's Grace Cathedral. More information
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Evangelism Initiatives, latest Episcopal Evangelist Newsletter
Upcoming events, videos, podcasts, resources, Episcopal Evangelism Society Grants for Innovation, and more in the latest newsletter, here
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News from the Anglican Communion |
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This event is supported by the
Office of The Presiding Bishop
and Episcopal Evangelism
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You are invited to attend the online Anglicans Ablaze Global Conference, hosted by Archbishop Thabo Makgoba, Anglican Church of Southern Africa
Wednesday, October 6 - Saturday, October 9
Speakers include: Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby and Presiding Bishop, Michael Curry
Register in advance for this webinar $5 ─ click on the below link:
The organizers have intentionally set the price as low as possible to give access to as many who would like to attend. For the conference information brochure click on the below link:
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