The Standing Committee and Diocesan Council of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Indiana invite all Episcopalians in our diocese to gather for conversation about hopes and expectations for the next bishop of Northern Indiana and the future of our diocese. These conversations are important; they are about foundational aspects of polity, identity, and unity in our beloved church. Your presence, your thoughts, and your prayers, therefore, are vital to our discernment of the Holy Spirit’s work among us. This work, we believe, is best done face-to-face, so we are invoking the Baptismal promise to “do all in your power to support one another in our life in Christ” in a very tangible, very meaningful way by committing to attend and participate. All meetings are open to anyone from anywhere in the diocese; we ask that you choose and attend one:

• South - Saturday, May 30: St. Andrew Church, Kokomo, 1 p.m. (EDT)
• East - Sunday, May 31: St. Alban’s Church, Fort Wayne, 3 p.m. (EDT)
• West - Saturday, June 6: St. Andrew’s Church, Valparaiso, 1 p.m. (CDT)
• North - Sunday, June 7: St. Paul’s Church, Mishawaka, 3 p.m. (EDT)

Advance registration is NOT required. Meetings are in-person only. Questions? Send an email to Dean Brian Grantz, President of the Standing Committee.

Episcopal Youth Camp

Date: June 14-20, 2026

Where: Camp Alexander Mack (Milford, Ind.)

Cost: $525 per person

Sr. High Mission Week

Date: July 12-18, 2026

Where: Bremen, Georgia

Who: Teens entering grade 10-graduating seniors
Cost: $350

We have been invited for our 2026 Senior High Mission Week to serve in Bremen, GA. District Line United Methodist Church has offered us housing for the week. The cost for the week is $350 per participant. If you are a teen entering grade 10 - graduating seniors you are invited to join us for Mission Week. The registration deadline is June 12, and space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Participants will be provided with air mattresses and are asked to pack lightly. Each person is limited to one duffel bag, one standard-sized pillow, a sheet, and a blanket. A detailed packing list will be provided after registration.

At the end of the registration process, you will find a link to complete the required medical information form. This form must be completed at the time of registration. Please have insurance information, tetanus vaccination dates, and any prescription medication details ready. The medical form only needs to be completed if you did not attend the Winter or Spring Retreat in 2026.

The payments for Sr. High Mission Week should be sent to:

The Episcopal Diocese of Northern Indiana

Attn: Canon Carol Bianchini

117 N. Lafayette Blvd.

South Bend, IN 46601

Please be sure to write the participants name and Mission Week on the memo line.

Provincial Youth Event

Date: July 30-August 1, 2026

Where: Kalamazoo, Mich.

Who: Youth who have completed 6th - 12th grades.

Mark your calendars! If you are involved in diocesan youth events, your diocesan staff person will be coordinating with Province V for this event.

Thursday, July 30, 1 p.m. - Gather together to begin!

Friday, July 31, 12 p.m. - Join in with the Big Provincial Gathering festivities

Saturday, August 1, 3 p.m. - Closing prayers and sending forth!

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Jr./Sr. High Fall Youth Retreat

Date: October 23-25, 2026

Spring Clergy Conference

Date: May 11-13, 2026

Where: Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center

The 2026 Spring Clergy Conference takes place May 11-13 at Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center. The focus will be on E-Connect.

Ministry can be tough, and let’s be honest—sometimes it feels like you’re figuring it out alone. That’s where E-Connect comes in. We walk alongside faith leaders and ministry teams, helping them listen deeply—to God, to each other, and to the communities they serve—so they can take their next faithful step with confidence. Whether you’re navigating change, revitalizing your church, or discerning a new mission, we provide the coaching, support, and tools to help you move forward. Ministry isn’t meant to be a solo journey—let’s do this together.

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Fall Clergy Retreat

Date: October 12-14, 2026

Where: Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center

For a limited time – now through the end of this calendar year – CBCP offers individual coaching on fundraising and other financial and property stewardship topics.  Just contact Project Director Linda Buskirk via email to ask questions, seek direction or talk over ideas or challenges.  For more information, click here. 

 Information provided by Linda Buskirk, CBCP Project Director.  

Save the Date: Nuevo Amanecer 2026

Sept. 28-Oct. 1: Kanuga Retreat Center, Hendersonville, North Carolina

Nov. 9-12: Camp Allen, Navasota, Texas

Mark your calendar for this biennial gathering that celebrates Latino ministries across The Episcopal Church. Nuevo Amanecer 2026 will feature two smaller and focused conferences, both offering the same workshops focused on visionary leadership and equipping churches, as well as on embracing dignity and diversity.

In addition to lay leaders, clergy, diocesan missioners, parish staff, and church planters, those interested in learning about Latino ministries are also encouraged to attend.

A registration link and additional information will follow.

Information provided by The Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs.

Action Alerts

The Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations (OGR) identifies opportunities for Episcopalians to participate in our democracy. Click this link to find an action alert that you are passionate about and send a message to your members of Congress.

Click here to read Province V's May newsletter.

Building an Inclusive Church Training

Date: May 9
Time: 12-4:30 p.m. (EDT)

Where: Zoom
Cost: $360 - actual cost of the gathering; $260 - subsidized cost of the gathering

Building an Inclusive Church (BIC) training helps you design and implement a journey for your faith community to publicly and intentionally welcome people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions, and incorporate a commitment to the work of racial equity. Building an Inclusive Church equips you with ways to create dialogue, deepening relationships throughout your faith community rather than sparking debate and division.

Attend a training lead by ReconcilingWorks! They are connected to the ELCA church, and are hosting this training for all people. Open to all Episcopalians! Province V will cover your registration fee when you use this link.

Province V & VI Women Clergy Retreat

Date: May 31-June 3, 2026

Where: St. Francis Retreat Center (DeWitt, Mich.)

Cost: $360 - actual cost of the gathering; $260 - subsidized cost of the gathering

A retreat centered on the experiences of women clergy. We explicitly invite everyone (trans, cis, nonbinary, gender fluid, agender, and more) who feels this is for them to attend. Women clergy from places across Provinces V and VI are coming together in retreat with the theme of “Connections”.  

This will not be a typical conference with a tight schedule and carefully controlled program. We have designed this retreat in an Open Space Technology format with a very basic schedule. There will be dedicated time for worship, large group check-ins and meals.  Two facilitators will guide this process for us and there are a few guidelines that will also help guide the process. We hope you will come willing to explore and share. 

The registration cost includes overnight accommodations, meals at the retreat center, and retreat materials. To make this gathering as affordable as possible for all, we are offering two pricing tiers for registration. Please choose the rate you are able to pay. If you have the funds to pay the real cost, that helps offset our scholarship and subsidized rates. Additionally, you may donate to the scholarship fund if you are able.  

Please don't let registration or travel cost keep you from attending! If you need financial assistance, contact your local parish or your diocese. If they are unable to help, contact Heather or Ellen.

Big Provincial Gathering

Date: July 31-August 1, 2026

Where: St. Luke's Episcopal Church (Kalamazoo, Mich.)

The Big Provincial Gathering (BPG) is an opportunity to meet new people and connect with others who share your ministry passions. It is structured like a "ministry fair" so that people may host workshops and conversations to share program and resource ideas with others. Join in this amazing event to get resources for your local ministry context.