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Bishop Hughes is posting reflections and photos from the 15th Lambeth Conference on her Facebook page. They are being collected here on the diocesan website, along with her own photos plus additional photos posted by her husband David Smedley, and others, in which Bishop Hughes was tagged.

The Bishop's future Facebook posts from Lambeth will be added to the link above through Lambeth's conclusion on August 8.

Lambeth news coverage is available from Episcopal News Service and The Living Church.

Last year, we shared the story of several churches that partnered to renovate an unused rectory to host a family of Afghan refugees. This year, some of those same churches have renovated a second unused church building to host a second Afghan refugee family. Last week, they put the finishing touches on the house and held a celebratory barbecue, at which the Rev. Michael Muller of St. Peter's, Mountain Lakes blessed the house (below). Plans are for the new family to move in today!

This is an inspiring story which we will be sharing in detail in a future issue of The VOICE Online – and there is still a chance to be a part of it! While the new family will have a great house to live in, they are still in need of a car. If you are able to make a tax-deductible donation of a used car, please contact the Rev. Michael Muller at mmuller.stpetersml@gmail.com.

Many of you took advantage of our June 16 "Stewardship in the Moment" Zoom Workshop, which dove into three stewardship topics IN THE MOMENT.

Join us for an all new "Stewardship in the Moment" Zoom Workshop, where again we'll focus on three important "in the moment" strategies.

In this Workshop we'll be sharing ideas about: find out more.

The Bishop’s Office has again partnered with the College for Bishops to bring you PROJECT RESOURCE for 2022. The curriculum's been updated from 2021 (including more on online giving), and new faculty have joined as well.

By participating in PROJECT RESOURCE, you'll get concrete, proven ideas that your team can put to work, regardless of your church’s size or budget. At the conclusion of the course, you’ll have: find out more.

This two-day conference, held at the Archer Hotel Florham Park, is designed to provide active clergy with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of your finances, and the inspiration to live a healthier life. Join colleagues from across your province for this powerful, transformative learning experience. Spouses and partners are welcome.

Topics include:

Find out more and register online.

Deadline: Sept. 30 at 12 noon

Deadline: Oct. 7 at 12 noon

It’s Summer and you can take your hallelujahs with you with Diocesan Convention-themed souvenirs. From the pew to the beach or stadium, be equipped for sun, fun and sermons with seat cushions, cold beverage bottles and hand fans embellished with our diocesan logos and our 148th Convention slogan: Hallelujah Anyhow! Show our colors. Share with friends.

Free weather-resistant lawn signs are also available to every parish in the diocese. Plant one or two on your church property to share your hallelujahs throughout your neighborhood.

Find out more.

See all clergy ministry transitions in 2022.

Summer Fridays: From July 1 through Aug. 26, Episcopal House will close for the weekend at 1 PM on Fridays.

Week before Labor Day: All members of the Bishop's staff are using their vacation time to take off the week of Aug. 29 - Sept. 2, closing Episcopal House until Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Registration for Summer Camp 2022 at Cross Roads is open and they can't wait to welcome back campers! Explore all the offerings for youth in grades 2-12 as well as family camp programs at: crossroadsretreat.com/summer-programs

The Rally for Cross Roads is an annual fundraising event for the Cross Roads Annual Fund. You are invited to come to Cross Roads to race in the 5K or 2K on-site here at camp (or virtually), followed by an afternoon of volleyball and other fun activities. If you want to come to camp to help cheer on the runners and participate in the afternoon of fun you are welcome too! For more information, visit: crossroadsretreat.com/rally-for-cross-roads

Save the date! The retreat's theme is "Who Do You Say That I Am?" Jesus wonders how his followers understand him. He knows that how we “name” him is at the heart of our relationship with him and with others. Come and hear Jesus’ query yet again. Hear it as an invitation to an ever deeper faith in him. Come and join Cross Roads for a relaxing time together in community together! Registration coming soon! For more information, visit: crossroadsretreat.com/womens-retreat

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