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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
• EDUCATIONAL

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

St. Philip's Neighborhood Picnic

COMMUNITY



Saturday, June 7, 2025

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

St. Philips', Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211



St. Philip's will have our second annual Neighborhood Picnic on Saturday, June 7th from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Food, games, book giveaways and all around fun will be featured.

Medgar Evers Commemoration Service

COMMUNITY

Sunday, June 8, 2025

2:00 pm

St. Mark's, Jackson

903 Dr. Robert Smith, Sr. Parkway

(formerly Metro Parkway and West Pearl Street) 

Jackson, MS 39203 

The community is invited to gather for a special event honoring the life and enduring legacy of Medgar Evers. This commemoration service will take place on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 2:00 pm at St. Mark's, located at 903 Dr. Robert Smith, Sr. Parkway (formerly Metro Parkway and West Pearl Street) in Jackson, MS 39203. Join us as we come together to reflect on the profound impact of Medgar Evers and celebrate his contributions

Sunset Chords featuring the D'Lo Trio

FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, June 8, 2025

5:00 - 7:00 pm

St. Andrew's Cathedral, Jackson

305 E. Capitol Street

Jackson, MS 39201

The D'Lo Trio brings their folksy bluegrass sound to the St. Andrew's Cathedral columbarium. Sunset Chords is the Cathedral's outdoor summer concert series - it's recommended to bring a chair, a snack, and a beverage of your choice. Performances are free and open to the public. The columbarium can be found on the corner of E. Capitol and S. West Streets in downtown Jackson.

Warren County Episcopal Churches Pentecost Cookout

FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, June 8, 2025

5:00 - 7:00 pm

St. Alban's, Bovina

5930 Warrior Trail

Vicksburg, MS 39180

Come out to St. Alban's Bovina the evening of Pentecost, June 8, from 5:00-7:00 pm for a cookout and bonfire. Hamburgers, veggie burgers, hotdogs, and drink are provided--if able, bring a side or dessert to share. The bonfire will take place around 6:00 pm.

Lay Worship Leader Training

FORMATION

The Episcopal Church today relies on trained Lay Worship Leaders to offer Morning Prayer and other offices in the absence of clergy. If you are interested in lay ministry in worship, please mark your calendar for one of these two important events in June for worship leaders:

• Lay Worship Leader Conference on Saturday, June 14 (for those already licensed),

• An Introduction to Lay Leadership in Worship on Saturday, June 28 at Church of the Nativity in Water Valley (for lay people considering a leadership role in worship).

Stay tuned for more details on subject, time, place, and registration information. Contact David Benway, davben@bellsouth.net, or Canon Gary Meade, gmeade@dioms.org, for more info.

Ordination of Adele Ledford

FORMATION



Saturday, June 21, 2025

10:30 am

Cathedral Church of St. Andrew's

305 East Capitol Street

Jackson, MS 39201

Join us in celebrating!

By the Grace of God and with the consent of the people, The Right Reverend Dorothy Sanders Wells, Eleventh Bishop of Mississippi, will ordain Adele Blair Ledford to the Sacred Order of Deacons.

Your prayers and presence are warmly welcomed.

Live stream here - https://standrews.ms/virtualworship/

Sowashee Convocation Altar Guild Gathering

EDUCATIONAL

Saturday, June 21, 2025

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

St. Elizabeth's, Collins

1201 S. Fourth St.

Collins, MS 39428

The St. Elizabeth's Episcopal Church Altar Guild is thrilled to invite you to a special day of fellowship, learning, and spiritual nourishment at our Sowashee Convocation Altar Guild Gathering.

Join us on Saturday, June 21, 2025, right here at St. Elizabeth's Episcopal Church, 1201 S. Fourth St., Collins, MS 39428. You'll be treated to a wonderful array of activities. We'll kick off the morning with a light breakfast and a chance to connect with one another. You'll then have the opportunity to delve into a brief history of our beloved church, followed by an engaging altar flower arranging presentation. The best part? You'll even get to create your own "make-and-take" arrangement to brighten your home or church!

We'll also have pottery bread vessels for sale – perfect for your own home communion or as a unique gift. You can also look forward to a fascinating bread demonstration, where you'll learn about the traditions and symbolism behind this essential element of our worship. The heart of our gathering will be a meaningful Holy Eucharist service, led by the inspiring Rev. Brenda McClendon. To round out our time together, we'll share a delicious summer lunch.

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 .

Vacation Bible School

YOUTH



Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - Friday, June 27, 2025

5:00 - 7:00 pm

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

1954 Spillway Road

Brandon, MS 39047



St. Peter's by-the-Lake "Roundup" VBS is coming in June. We invite all children ages 5 through 12 to join us. Wednesday, June 25, Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27, we will meet from 5 to 7 p.m. for dinner, story time and music, crafts, activities and games. On Saturday, June 28 from 3 to 6, we invite all the children and parents to join us for a family cookout.

Resource Retreat

focusing on Annual Giving and Stewardship

FORMATION



Saturday, June 28, 2025

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

St. James', Jackson

3921 Oakridge Drive

Jackson, MS 39216



This retreat aims to equip church leaders with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful annual giving campaign. The retreat will focus on the practical aspects of stewardship, including estate planning and a theological understanding of abundance. Additionally, the retreat seeks to foster spiritual talents and enhance the capacity of leaders to further serve their congregations and communities.

Please email andrews@dioms.org. We are excited to support and engage with you in this vital journey of spiritual growth and stewardship.

St. James', Jackson presents

The Divine John Prine

Outdoor Community Mass

COMMUNITY

Saturday, June 28, 2025

5:30 pm

Fondren Yard

3025 N State St

Jackson, MS 39216



Using nothing but Prine’s music as hymns, we will celebrate the Eucharist together with Prine as our guide. John Prine’s music is as religious and heartwarming as any we hear on Sunday mornings. This will be a chance to enjoy each other in a relaxed atmosphere.

VBS at St. Philip's - S.P.Y. Parables

YOUTH



Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - Thursday, July 17, 2025

11:30 am - 2:00 pm

St. Philips', Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211



Vacation Bible School at St. Philip's! July 15 through 17th, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Lunch provided.

Mississippi Conference on Church Music and Liturgy

FORMATION ARTS

Tuesday. July 22, 2025 - Sunday, July 27, 2025

St. Philip's, Jackson

5400 Old Canton Road

Jackson, MS 39211



Join us this summer for the 50th year of the Mississippi Conference on Church Music and Liturgy!

Conference Theme: Sing what we believe!

This wonderful conference offers church musicians and clergy inspiration, continuing education, and fellowship. Generously supported by the Diocese of Mississippi. Open to musicians and clergy of all denominations!

Highlights include:

• Music shopping with Lois Fyfe Music of Nashville, TN
• Nationally renowned faculty: The Rev. William Bradley Roberts, Deke Polifka, Matthew Hoch, and The Rt. Rev. Douglas Scharf.
• Held on the campus of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Jackson, MS
• A new musical setting of the Eucharist by Jessica Nelson
• Grateful for a generous grant from the Association of Anglican Musicians!

Spiritual Renewal

FORMATION



Saturday, August 16, 2025

8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Church of the Resurrection, Starville

105 N Montgomery St

Starkville, MS 39759

Join us for the 17th Annual Spiritual Renewal, an enriching event designed to uplift and inspire, presented by The Committee on Ministry for LGBT Persons. This year's renewal will be led by The Rev. Andy Andrews, with The Rev. Susan Hrostowski and The Very Rev. Walton Jones.

For a cost of $30, your registration includes snacks, a boxed lunch, and a T-shirt.

Check-in will take place from 8:30 to 9:00 am, with coffee, juice, and pastries available to start your day. The spiritual renewal will conclude with a Closing Eucharist beginning at 3:00 pm.

Registration is now open! Be sure to secure your spot by the August 8th deadline. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Betty Melton at diomslgbt@gmail.com.

Invite, Welcome, Connect Conference

FORMATION



Saturday, September 6, 2025

8:30 am - 3:00 pm

St. John's', Memphis

3251 Central Ave.

Memphis, TN 38111



Mark your calendars! The Invite, Welcome, Connect Conference is headed to St. John's, Memphis, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

This conference is a fantastic opportunity for all clergy and laity involved in welcome ministry. Guided by the gospel imperative to "Go and make disciples of all nations," the Invite Welcome Connect ministry is dedicated to equipping individuals and congregations in the vital practices of evangelism, hospitality, and connectedness. This empowering and inspiring event is presented by our friends in the Diocese of West Tennessee.

The cost to attend is $30.00.

To register and for more information, please email donna@stjohnsmemphis.org. Be sure to secure your spot by the registration deadline of September 1, 2025.

Camp Bratton-Green Summer 2025!

YOUTH



Registration for all CBG summer camp sessions is now open!

Apply to be the next Coordinator of Happening in Mississippi

YOUTH

We are seeking adults interested in serving as the next Coordinator of Happening in Mississippi, a weekend of renewal for young people in the Episcopal Church.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Applicants must be at least 25 years old and have been through Happening.

The Coordinator of Happening in Mississippi is ideally someone who is:

• able to delegate and work with a team
• organized and good with logistics
• an effective communicator

EXPECTATIONS

• The Happening Coordinator empowers and supports the youth who lead each Happening.
• The Coordinator and Steering Committee work together to oversee all of the administrative responsibilities and implementations as well as the health and spirituality of the Happening program.
• This work occurs during staff training and Happening weekends as well as outside of those weekends.
• During these weekends, this person must agree to abide by the Youth Community Covenant and agree to enforce it.
• Applicants need to be available to commit to at least a 3-year term. A small honorarium is provided for each weekend.

Honduras Medical Mission Team Applications Open

COMMUNITY

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Join the Honduras Medical Mission 2026 Team! We're seeking compassionate individuals to help provide essential medical care.

🗓️ Mission Dates: February 14-21, 2026

💰 Team Fee: $850 (includes in-country transport, meals, and mandatory retreat) + your airfare. Sponsorship opportunities through your home parish may be available.

➡️ Application Deadline: July 15, 2025

✅ Team Selection Notification: August 2025

💸 Team Fee Due: September 15, 2025

🤝 Mandatory Team Retreat: November 22, 2025 (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at St. Peter's, Oxford, MS)

📧 Apply by sending your application to: hondurasmedicalmissionms@gmail.com

OR mail to:

Honduras Medical Mission

c/o George Jackson

819 North 6th Ave.

Laurel, MS 39440

Don't miss this chance to make a real difference! Learn more and apply today!

Episcopal Recovery Program

Website Launch

COMMUNITY

Exciting news for the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi! We're thrilled to announce the launch of a new website dedicated to supporting addiction recovery within our community. This includes an ever-growing directory of meetings held at churches throughout the diocese and recovery resources. Visit the site today and discover the resources available to help those within our diocese. Let's work together to foster healing and hope.

CBG Nurse's Station Restock

YOUTH

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

Ministry Opportunities at Allin House

The Diocese of Mississippi is seeking to fill two positions of ministry in the Diocesan office: Executive Assistant to the Bishop and Diocesan Program Administrator. Click on the titles for detailed job descriptions, or contact Canon Gary Meade more information or to recommend a person for either position. 

Applicants are asked to send a letter of interest accompanied by a resume and list of references by email Canon Gary Meade or mailed to his attention at: The Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi, P.O. Box 23107, Jackson, MS 39225-3107. 

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!