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Complete Fall 2009 catalogue (560K)
Fall 2009 one-page overview

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Most courses offer online registration. You'll find details below in the course descriptions.

Registration by postal mail
General registration form (PDF)
Supplemental registration form Sexual Misconduct Awareness Workshops or Anti-Racism Training (PDF)
Clergy Conference registration form (PDF)

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FALL 2009: COURSES and EVENTS by AUDIENCE

For All
5th Annual Trinity Cathedral Community Day
Anti-Racism Conference The Church’s Role in Building a “Post-Racial” America
Basic Spirituality Retreat An Invitation to Christian Spiritual Teaching: How God Loves, Transforms, and Makes People Whole
Deepening Spirituality Retreat
Equipping the Servants: A Day of Workshops (download a PDF brochure)
Ordination of Deacons
Overnight Silent Retreat: A Sample of Prayer
Sexual Misconduct Awareness Workshops
Urban Ministry Retreat
Young Adults Retreat
Youth Ministry Adult Workshop Back to Basics: Building a Sustainable Youth Ministry at Your Church
Youth Ministry Adult Workshop The Art of Play

For the Laity
Reading the Lessons Aloud Effectively

For the Clergy
Clergy Homecoming Day
Annual Clergy Conference
Advent Clergy Day

For Young Adults (ages 18-35)
Young Adults Retreat

For Youth and Youth Ministers
Fall Youth Event
Winterlight 34
Youth Ministry Adult Workshop Back to Basics: Building a Sustainable Youth Ministry at Your Church
Youth Ministry Adult Workshop The Art of Play

FALL 2009: COURSES and EVENTS by DATE

FALL 2009: COURSES and EVENTS by DESCRIPTION, in chronological order

September 10 (for clergy)

Clergy Homecoming Day with Bishop Councell
Leader: The Right Reverend George E. Councell, Bishop, Diocese of New Jersey

Each autumn, the clergy of the diocese meet with the bishop to renew acquaintances and take pleasure in fellowship and worship. This day will include a report from General Convention, along with updates and discussion of issues and concerns that affect our common life. Sponsored by the Clergy Planning Day Committee.

George E. Councell, born in Detroit in 1949, was ordained deacon and priest in 1975. He was consecrated the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey on October 18, 2003. He is Vice-President of Province II and serves on the Board of Trustees of General Theological Seminary, the Presiding Bishop’s Council of Advice, and the Joint Standing Committee on Program, Budget and Finance.

September 12 (for everyone)

Basic Spirituality Retreat An Invitation to Christian Spiritual Teaching: How God Loves, Transforms, and Makes People Whole
Leader: Dr. Elisabeth Koenig, Professor of Ascetical Theology, The General Theological Seminary

Explore a spiritual path whose profundity and richness have nurtured people for over two millennia. Discover personalities and teachings from ancient times to the present that speak of the value of a conscious, intentional relation with God. This bond not only grounds human identity, through a clearer sense of self and a greater appreciation of potential, but also provides an effective passage through difficult situations of life, such as sickness, death, loss, failure, and separation — the condition for entering into the fullness of joy. Hear others’ stories of spiritual growth and tell your own. Explore spiritual practices, including modes of prayer, discernment, and rituals for social change, a fine way to forge a spiritual path or to attend to the one you tread. Sponsored by the Right Onward Committee.

Traduccion simultanea al Español disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request.

Elisabeth Koenig, Professor of Ascetical Theology at The General Theological Seminary, earned her Master of Divinity at Princeton Theological Seminary and her doctorate through the joint program in religion at  Columbia University and Union Theological Seminary. Her specialties are patristic spirituality, the fourteenth century English mystics, Christian discernment, spiritual practice, spiritual direction, theology and psychology, religion and art, and comparative religion. Dr. Koenig has directed numerous diocesan clergy conferences, preached, lectured, and conducted quiet days and retreats throughout the United States. She also has lectured on pilgrimages in Italy and England. She is currently at work on a book about Christian discernment.

September 12–October 10 (for everyone)

Sexual Misconduct Awareness Workshops
Leaders: The Reverend Henrietta Lavengood; The Reverend Charles Lochner; The Reverend Dr. Paul S. Rimassa, Trinity Episcopal Church, Rocky Hill; or The Reverend Peter Stimpson, Director, Trinity Counseling, Associate, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Pennington, New Jersey, and Priest-in-Charge, Holy Trinity Episcopal Chapel, Spring Lake, New Jersey

In this workshop, both sexual abuse of children and sexual exploitation and harassment of all persons are covered. This training is required every five years and is required for all clergy, wardens, employees, and anyone regularly working with or around children or youth. It is recommended for church personnel who occasionally work with or around children or youth. Please refer to Respecting the Dignity of Every Human Being which you can download here. Sponsored by the Pastoral Response Team of the Diocese of New Jersey.

SEPTEMBER 26 (for clergy)

Deacons Day with Bishop Councell
Leader: The Right Reverend George E. Councell, Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey

A time for deacons to come together with Bishop Councell and with one another, the day begins with the bishop celebrating the Holy Eucharist. He will then share his impressions of General Convention and events in the Episcopal Church. The archdeacons will each give a brief report related to their respective area of oversight. Sponsored by the Deacons’ Council.

George E. Councell, born in Detroit in 1949, was ordained deacon and priest in 1975. He was consecrated the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey on October 18, 2003. He is Vice-President of Province II and serves on the Board of Trustees of General Theological Seminary, the Presiding Bishop’s Council of Advice, and the Joint Standing Committee on Program, Budget and Finance.

OCTOBER 5-7 (for clergy)

Annual Clergy Conference: Clergy as a Public Person
Leader: The Right Reverend Mark Sisk, Fifteenth Bishop of New York

This conference is an occasion to grapple with, and come to celebrate, this most unexpected part of ordained ministry. As Bishop Sisk’s says, 'From my experience, first as a seminary dean for 14 years and now for the last 12 years as a bishop, the thing that priests and deacons do not expect (I certainly didn't) is the extent to which, once ordained, their lives are not their own. The ordained person becomes a "public person" whether she or he expects to or not, whether he or she wants it or not. It is simply a fact.' The purpose of the conference is to reflect on this fact and its several dimensions.

The Right Reverend Mark Sisk is the fifteenth Bishop of the Diocese of New York. He was installed on September 29, 2001, after his consecration as Bishop Coadjutor in 1998. Prior to his election as Coadjutor, from 1984 through 1998, Bishop Sisk was President and Dean of Seabury-Western Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois. Under his leadership new models for theological education for seminarians, continuing education for clergy, and the first doctoral degree in congregational development were instituted. From 1977 through 1984, Bishop Sisk served as an Archdeacon in the Diocese of New York. He started the Metropolitan Japanese Ministry and nurtured the first Latino congregations in Yonkers.

Bishop Sisk’s early ministry was as curate of Christ Church in New Brunswick, New Jersey followed by a three-year call as associate rector, Christ Church, Bronxville, New York and as Rector of St. John’s, Kingston, New York, where he co-founded the Religious Council of Kingston.

OCTOBER 10 (for everyone)

Urban Ministry Retreat
Leader: The Reverend Canon Dr. Sandye A. Wilson, Rector of St. Andrew and Holy Communion Episcopal Church in South Orange, New Jersey

Urban Ministry in the Diocese of New Jersey is sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with all who live or work in our urban centers by preaching, teaching and advocating in the power of the Holy Spirit. Given this stated vision, in this all day retreat with prayers and reflections, we will:

• revisit why we are called to this ministry
• reconnect to our primary purpose, which is mission
• recommit to our ministries in urban centers
• reaffirm the transformational power of this ministry, if we are givers as well as receivers

Sponsored by the Right Onward Committee.

Traduccion simultanea al Español disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request.

The Reverend Canon Dr. Sandye Wilson is rector of St. Andrew and Holy Communion Episcopal Church in South Orange, New Jersey. Her church work includes experience in urban, suburban and rural settings, from small towns to major cities. She is currently a member of Diocesan Council, The Good Liturgy Committee, a member of the Commission on Ministry, a Co-president of the South Orange/Maplewood Clergy Association, a member of the Diocesan Women’s Commission, a leader of the Black Church Initiative on Congregational Development, a deputy to the Episcopal Church’s 2009 National General Convention and Chair of the Deputation.

A creative liturgist and congregational development specialist, she has rebuilt congregations, consulted with congregations and led retreats around the country on new life in the Spirit. Passionate about social justice as a gospel mandate, she has been trained by the Industrial Area Foundation in community organizing and development. Clear about the need for boundaries in life, she has done advanced graduate work in Friedman and Bowen Family Systems Analysis. A powerful preacher, she has had opportunities to share the Good News in all kinds of settings around the world.

OCTOBER 12 (for everyone)

5th Annual Trinity Cathedral Community Day

Trinity Cathedral will once again host its annual Community Day Golf Event. Throughout the Diocese, this has quickly become a broadly anticipated activity and the Cathedral is most grateful that this is the case. In total, over $80,000 has been generated to assist the Cathedral’s mission and ministry. As usual, there will be an on-course Eucharist celebrated by Bishop Councell to begin the day, followed by an 18-hole “shamble” and dinner. Everyone, no matter the skill level is encouraged to participate . . . or just come for dinner. Several churches are gearing up to wrest the Bishop’s Cup from St. George’s-by-the-River, Rumson.

OCTOBER 24 (for everyone)

Equipping the Servants: A Day of Workshops
Leaders: Numerous leaders, both lay and clergy, from our diocese and beyond

A day of workshops designed to equip the “servants of God” for service to God and ministry in and beyond the congregation. The theme for this year reflects to the diocesan vision initiative: Spiritual Renewal. You may select up to four workshops, each one hour and 15 minutes, from offerings such as Lectio Divina, developing your spiritual personality, different ways of praying, exploring the call of a deacon, and reflections on the Millennium Development Goals. Sponsored by the Congregational Development Committee. Download a PDF brochure.

OCTOBER 24 (for everyone, especially those in youth ministry)

Back to Basics: Building a Sustainable Youth Ministry Program at Your Church (workshop at the Equipping the Servants: A Day of Workshops)
Speakers: Canon Kep Short, Director of Youth Ministry and the Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, Program Assistant for Youth Ministry

Are you looking to start or revive youth ministry at your church? Do you wish you had the right plan for long-term youth ministry? This is a workshop to help you gain a solid and sustainable vision and structure for youth ministry to grow and thrive at your church! We will explore the basics of volunteer leadership, program, safety, behavior, and formation.

NOVEMBER 5 (for laity) [New date, was 29 October]

Reading the Lessons Aloud Effectively
Leader: Melissa Semmes-Thorne, president of Speaking with Power and Effectiveness for Adults and Kids (SPEAK)

How often have you been called upon to read scripture that was simply “impossible?” You know, the one with forty-six names from the Old Testament or one of St. Paul’s interminable run-on sentences! Ms. Semmes-Thorne will work with you to improve your skills in the oral interpretation of literature, i.e., reading aloud in church. The object is not to teach you to read aloud (you already know how to do that), but to help you to learn to read aloud more effectively for your congregation’s understanding. This workshop will take place in the sanctuary of the church. You will learn a series of simple tools to use in preparing a reading and have an opportunity to work with these concepts in a coaching session involving readings from the lectionary.

Melissa Semmes-Thorne, president of Speaking with Power and Effectiveness for Adults and Kids (SPEAK), has been helping people to read aloud more effectively for many years. She has a degree in theatre and the oral interpretation of literature from Northwestern University. Ms. Semmes-Thorne has coached lectors at many levels, from beginners to trained readers; from cathedrals to level-one churches. She has helped to improve the lector skills of readers at all age levels.

NOVEMBER 7 (for young adults)

Young Adults Retreat
Leaders: The Reverend Gregory Bezilla, Chaplain of the Episcopal Campus Ministry at Rutgers University, based at Canterbury House, New Brunswick and the Reverend Dr. Deborah Meister, Rector of Christ Church, New Brunswick

Take some time apart with other young adults, ages 18 through 35, to reflect together in an atmosphere of prayer and quiet to enjoy God’s love for us and renew our love for God. Sponsored by the Right Onward Committee.

Traduccion simultanea al Español disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request.

The Reverend Gregory Bezilla is Chaplain of the Episcopal Campus Ministry at Rutgers University, based at Canterbury House in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He has served as a parish priest and a hospital chaplain. He is a graduate of the Johns Hopkins University, Columbia University, and Emory University.

The Reverend Dr. Deborah Meister is Rector of Christ Church, New Brunswick. Raised in a Jewish household, she trained to be an English professor, earning her doctorate in Renaissance literature, but converted to Christianity when she was 27 and entered the ordination process. She has served in parishes in Alabama and New Jersey, and has a passion for multi-cultural ministry, spiritual formation, small-group ministry, and hands-on work with those in need. When she is not working, Deborah loves to cook, hike, and read. She has a passion for classical music and Japanese art.

NOVEMBER 14 (for everyone)

Deepening Spirituality Retreat
Leader: The Reverend Edmund Zelley, Rector of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Wenonah, New Jersey

Explore a wide array of sacred practices in spirituality, including walking the labyrinth, making and praying with Anglican prayer beads, imaginative prayer, centering prayer, and praying with scripture. This retreat is designed to be informing to the widest range of participants who seek to deepen and widen their meditative life. Sponsored by the Right Onward Committee.

Traduccion simultanea al Español disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request.

The Reverend Ed Zelley has been Rector of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Wenonah since 1995. Prior to coming to Wenonah, he was the Curate of Grace Church, Haddonfield. Father Zelley grew up in St. Luke’s, Metuchen, where he was sponsored for ordination. His ministry discernment year was at Grace Church, Plainfield. He has led workshops on using the labyrinth and has led Advent and Lenten quiet days. He currently serves on the Committee on the Priesthood. Father Zelley is a graduate of Grinnell College, the Episcopal Divinity School, and the Clergy Leadership Project.

NOVEMBER 21 (for everyone) Updated: lower registration fee

Anti-Racism Conference: The Church’s Role in Building a “Post-Racial” America
Leaders: Byron Rushing, Massachusetts State Representative, Boston, Massachusetts

Byron Rushing’s long service in Massachusetts state government, in the Episcopal Church, as an outspoken advocate for human rights, civil rights, peace and justice, will inform his address. Mr Rushing is uniquely qualified to move comfortably back and forth on the secular-sacred continuum. He will focus on anti-racism strategies in both church and state, and the conference may be expected to address some of the more controversial issues around racism in society such as affirmative action, educational testing, access to employment in such key public service professions as the police and public health. Sponsored by the Anti-Racism Commission.

Byron Rushing is well known as an anti-racism advocate and activist. He has been a representative of the Massachusetts House of Representatives since 1982 and has sponsored many bills whose aim has been the removal of poverty and injustice and the empowerment of disadvantaged communities. A devoted Episcopalian, he is an elected member of the General Convention; a founding member of the Episcopal Urban Caucus; and serves on the boards of the Episcopal Women's Caucus and the Episcopal Network for Economic Justice.

DECEMBER 4 and 5 (for everyone)

Overnight Silent Retreat: A Sampler of Prayer
Leader: The Reverend Ann Holt, Priest Associate at Calvary, Flemington

Prayer comes in many forms, silent and spoken, private and communal. Our time will explore several ways of listening to God including the writing of our own Advent Collects. The practice of "Resting in God" will help us Prepare the Way of the Lord and face the busy holiday season ahead with equanimity, perspective, and calm! The serene setting of the Convent, with an opportunity to share worship with the Sisters, is a perfect place to begin the new Church year. Sponsored by the Right Onward Committee.

Traduccion simultanea al Español disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request.

The Reverend Ann Holt, active in the diocese since her ordination in 1981, retired as Rector of St. Thomas', Alexandria, in 1999. She has served on the staff of St. Luke's, Gladstone and at present is Priest Associate at Calvary, Flemington, involved in teaching, preaching, and pastoral care. She has led many Quiet Days and retreats for diocesan and church groups, acts as Spiritual Director, and works with Somerset Chaplaincy to the Elderly. Her free time is spent playing with an eight-hand piano group and tending two black cats.

DECEMBER 9 (for everyone, especially those in youth ministry)

Youth Ministry Adult Workshop: The Art of Play
Speaker: Marilyn Werst, Artist and long-time youth worker, Louisville, Kentucky

Do you need new ideas for games with your youth? Do you wish that your games could be both fun and more theologically relevant? Come and discover a way of playing that brings spirituality and community to the forefront of the experience. Join us for a fun night full of lots of ideas you can bring back to your youth or student group!

Marilyn Werst is a seasoned and dynamic youth ministry veteran with expertise in teaching and leading both fun and purpose-filled games with teenagers.

DECEMBER 10 (for clergy)

Advent Clergy Day: The Gospels Come to Church
Leader: The Reverend Dr. Gordon W. Lathrop, Professor of Liturgy Emeritus, The Lutheran Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

What does the New Testament and especially its four Gospel books say about Christian liturgy? New Testament studies are looking at this question again with surprising results. And what happens when the Gospels are read in the liturgical assembly? This has long been a question of interest to liturgical studies, but it can be approached again with fresh insight. This program will consider the Gospels and Christian liturgy from both points of view. Sponsored by the Clergy Day Planning Committee.

Gordon W. Lathrop is Professor of Liturgy Emeritus at the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In the last three years, he has also been Visiting Professor of Liturgical Studies in Yale Divinity School. A pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, he is the author several books, including Holy Things: A Liturgical Theology (Fortress 1993), Holy People: A Liturgical Ecclesiology (Fortress 1999), Holy Ground: A Liturgical Cosmology (Fortress 2003), The Pastor: A Spirituality (Fortress 2006), and, with Lorraine S. Brugh, The Sunday Assembly (Augsburg Fortress 2008). He was a participant in the preparation of the North American liturgical resource, Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006). He has lectured widely and participated in the work of the Faith and Order Commission of the World Council of Churches and the Worship and Culture Study of the Lutheran World Federation. He is an Editorial Consultant of the journal Worship.

DIOCESAN YOUTH MINISTRY: Fall 2009

See newjerseyyouth.org for detailed information on registration, attendance, adult sponsors, medical release forms, and scholarships. You may also call the Youth Ministry Office at 609 394-5281, Canon Kep Short at extension 36 or The Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, at extension 37.

Fall Youth Event
Friday, November 6 at 7 pm to Sunday, November 8 at noon
6th through 12th graders
Cost $75, includes lodging, meals, and program
Camp Lebanon, Lebanon, New Jersey
Register by Tuesday, November 3
Come join us in the beautiful setting of the hills of Camp Lebanon, as we honor life together and celebrate Christian community with a weekend filled with engaging and meaningful activities, great music, creative worship, fun games, relaxing free time, and more.

Winterlight 34: Go in Peace to Love and Serve the Lord
Sunday, December 27, 2009 – Friday, January 1, 2010
9th through 12th graders from across the country
Cost $435 (scholarship is available)
Kanuga, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Register through Kanuga Conferences at 828 692-9136 or www.kanuga.org
At the end of most Episcopal services, we are told to "go in peace to love and serve the Lord." Winterlight 34 will explore how we find peace in our lives by living in relationship with God and how we then carry this gospel message of peace out into the world, following the commission of Christ. The Diocese will take a group of young people by bus to Kanuga Conference Center to join 300 other Episcopal youth and adult sponsors from across the country. You must register through Kanuga Conferences and inform the Diocesan Youth Ministry Office in order to travel with the Diocese. There is no cost for transportation with the Diocese.

DIOCESAN YOUTH MINISTRY: Spring 2010

The Spring 2010 catalog of the Ministry Institute offerings will be available in December 2009. Here’s some advance notice! See newjerseyyouth.org for detailed information on registration, attendance, adult sponsors, medical release forms, and scholarships. You may also call the Youth Ministry Office at 609 394-5281, Canon Kep Short at extension 36 or The Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, at extension 37.

51st Bishop’s Ball
Friday, January 22, 2010
9th through 12th graders and their adult sponsors
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey

The Senior Retreat
Friday, April 9 – Sunday, April 11, 2010
12th graders
St. John the Baptist, Mendham, New Jersey

Spring Youth Event
Friday, May 14 - Sunday, May 16, 2010
6th through 12th graders
Camp Lebanon, Lebanon, New Jersey

The Spring 2010 catalog of the Ministry Institute offerings will be available in December 2009. Here are some key events and dates you'll want to know about.

Spiritual Growth through Music Retreat: Chestnuts and Macadamias (for all)
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey
This will be a one-day immersion in Holy Spirit through song, singing, music, and hymnody. Is surprise an aspect of worship Episcopalians value? Is a tradition simply an innovation that stuck? What is the balance between known and fresh? Is there a difference between a hymn and a song? We will sing both the familiar “chestnuts” and the lesser-known “macadamias” as we live an experience of God’s presence. Even if you can’t carry a tune, just come on and be immersed in the moment. Sponsored by the Right Onward Committee.

Christian Educators’ Day with Bishop Councell (for all)
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Where Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey
This is a daylong conference sponsored by the Committee on Lifelong Christian Formation. The keynote speakers will be The Reverend Caroline Fairless, author of Children at Worship, Congregations in Bloom, and her husband, Jim Sims. The focus of the conference is the small church and multigenerational worship and education/formation.

Seeking Deacons (for all)
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Where Diocesan House, Trenton, New Jersey
A daylong conference sponsored by the Committee on the Diaconate. Who are deacons? What is their ministry? How does one identify a call to the Diaconate or recognize a call in someone else? What is the application procedure for prospective deacons? How are deacons deployed upon ordination?

Epiphany Clergy Day with Bishop Councell (for clergy)
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey

Deacons Retreat (for deacons)
Friday, January 29 – Sunday, January 31, 2010
Stella Maris Retreat Center, Elberon, New Jersey
Sponsored by the Deacons’ Council, this annual retreat weekend is a time for peace and prayer, for rest and renewal.

Diocesan Acolyte Festival (for all)
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey
An opportunity for fellowship and learning in a day-long celebration of their ministry. The festival includes a celebration of the Eucharist in Trinity Cathedral. Participants will be able to attend morning and afternoon workshops designed to enhance ministry as an acolyte.

Analyzing and Understanding Systemic Racism: introductory training (for all, 2.5 days)
Friday, February 26 – Sunday, February 28, 2010
Grove Hall Retreat and Conference Center, Ocean Grove, New Jersey
Offered by the Anti-Racism Commission, this introductory training is for lay persons and clergy interested in learning about racism and potentially joining the Team to fight racism in our diocese. Teens and adults, diocesan committees and commissions, seminary students and diaconate students are welcome.

226th Convention of the Diocese (for all)
Friday, March 5 – Saturday, March 6, 2010
Crowne Plaza, Cherry Hill, New Jersey
The Most Reverend Katharine Jefferts Schori, the 26th Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church, will be the major speaker at the Convention. Separate information will be circulated about the convention and will also be available on this website at a later time. (Not a Ministry Institute event.)

Renewal of Vows for Clergy and Blessing of Oils (for clergy)
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey

Planning for Tomorrow/Enriching Your Retirement (for clergy)
Friday, April 16 – Saturday, April 17, 2010
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey

Passion & Purpose Sunday (for all)
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Where? At your church!
An intentional day for preaching, teaching, testimony, and theological reflection about vocation: claiming and expressing a passion and purpose for our lives as friends and followers of Jesus Christ. Ultimately, Passion & Purpose Sunday is about renewing a sense of vocation for all Christians. The diocese is supplying resources and ideas for clergy, church school teachers and youth leaders, including preaching helps, lesson plans, and aids for personal reflection.

Recovery Sunday Celebration (for all)
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey
All are welcome to this celebration of new life and new hope for recovering alcoholics, addicts, family members, friends and advocates. Please share the good news of this celebration with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Alanon, Alateen, and all the 12-step groups that meet in our congregations. Come and be blessed. Sponsored by the Recovery Ministries of the Diocese of New Jersey.

Clergy Day at the Beach (for clergy)
June 10, 2010
Holy Innocents’, Beach Haven, New Jersey
Come relax at the beach, celebrate the Fresh Start graduation of our newest clergy, and once again enjoy the superb cooking and immeasurable hospitality of Frank Crumbaugh and Gretchen Zimmerman. Join us for this opportunity for fun, feasting, and fellowship with our newest clergy!

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