From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Sep 3 10:37:40 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Sep 3 10:45:02 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Need to Know... Message-ID: <43624D315010446697846EACA08B12A0@capital.local> Need to know! for the first week in September is available on the diocesan website for downloading. See http://newjersey.anglican.org/2Times/current.html If you'd like to jump straight to a color PDF file, go to http://newjersey.anglican.org/2Times/2008/080902/080902.pdf If you'd like the PDF file in black and white, go here: http://newjersey.anglican.org/2Times/2008/080902/080902g.pdf For any questions or concerns regarding technical aspects of "Need to know!," contact Anne Hodgens at: ahodgens@newjersey.anglican.org. For any questions or concerns regarding content, please contact Debbie Crall at dcrall@newjersey.anglican.org or 609-394-5281 ext 20. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Sep 3 13:54:56 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Sep 4 09:28:09 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] MAKIN' IT NEW AT ASCENSION Message-ID: <157CB31476894C9F8D9FD10DE4F79063@capital.local> "MAKIN' IT NEW AT ASCENSION + ATLANTIC CITY" from HipHopEMass, Ascension, Atlantic City. NEWS BLAST EVERYFRIDAYNITE X Ascension on da Strip X ATLANTIC CITY X USA amenword@live.com X (609) 344-0615 ________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 17, 2008 HipHopEMassTakin' Care of Business MAKIN' IT NEW INTO 5th YEAR New Web Page, New Congregations, a New Prayer Book (2nd Ed.) and New Believers Born on the streets of the "South Bronx USA" in 2004, HipHopEMass is 'makin' it new' into its fifth year announcing a new web page, new congregations, a new hip hop prayer book - The Remix - and its first baptisms at the ministry's home at an old, historic church at the center of a major American casino and resort destination. HipHopEMass is led by rappers, MC's and DJ's in communities stretching from Atlantic City and New York to Cincinnati, Virginia, Rochester and, Easter 2009, across the Atlantic to East London. Award-winning HipHopEMass.org - the ministry's web page - is re-introduced September 1, 2008. The 2nd edition of HipHopEMass' popular Hip Hop Prayer Book is scheduled for release as The Remix by Church Publishing this fall. "God makes all things new, re-mixing, recreating, giving birth and hope anew to church and world - Street and Altar," announces "Poppa T," The Reverend Timothy Holder, founding priest and pastor of the internationally celebrated ministry. "Isaiah prophesied it of old, 'I am about to do a new thing, now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?' The mission of HipHopEMass - the Heart of our Faith - is to shout out the Love of God alive, new and real. The Children and Young People lead us into new days and new ways." HipHopEMassEveryFridayNite kicks-off Friday, October 3 at Historic Church of the Ascension, Atlantic City. Lead Rapper, "Bran-Nu" and child prodigy, freestyle and spoken-word artist, "Little John," lead the way with DJ "Duke Digital" 'spinnin', 'scratchin' and 'mixin' 'Holy Beatz' from the "DJ Pulpit." Singers, dancers, beatboxers, a keyboardist and many other artists join the celebrations Every Friday Night, a block from the Boardwalk, at the Center of the Strip in Atlantic City. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with rap and worship "bringing us together praising and thanking God" says Duke Digital, "at 7:00." "I just want to tell others like me about the love and beauty of God in my life through the gift of rap and rhyme," testifies rapper, "Bran-Nu," a teacher who utilizes hip hop at a Camden, New Jersey school. "HipHopEMass welcomes those of all faiths and those with none," closes Duke Digital, "We're just keepin' it real for our God who loves us and who we Love." #30# From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Sep 4 14:17:55 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Sep 4 14:20:08 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Transformations for Congregations Message-ID: <72D5711E752B48238CA8CC267490B71F@capital.local> Transformations for Congregations Brought to you by the Congregational Transformation Program of the Presbytery of West Jersey Come hear the Reverend Dr. N. Graham Standish, author of "Becoming a Blessed Church", "Humble Leadership", and "Discovering the Narrow Path." Graham will share with us the inspiring story of successful renewal at the church he serves and distill for us the faith and practices that led to it. You will leave this event with new hope and energy and many practical ideas for the future of your congregation. N. Graham Standish (www.blessedchurch.org) is currently pastor of Calvin Presbyterian Church in Zelienople, Pennsylvania. This church is one of several churches nationally chronicled in Diana Butler-Bass' book, Christianity for the Rest of Us, which researched churches across the country that are leading Christians to renewed vitality through an emphasis on spiritual practices (www.dianabutlerbass.com). He is an adjunct professor at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Doctor of Ministry program and Certificate in Spiritual Formation Program, focusing in the areas of spirituality and congregational leadership and has served on the editorial board of Presence, the journal of Spiritual Directors International. To RSVP: Contact Pam at 856-547-5100 or Pamilac@mycomast.com Reservations suggested by September 15th. This seminar is brought to you by the Congregational Transformation of Program of the Presbytery of West Jersey. Directions: Take the Atlantic City Expressway to Exit 41, the Berlin-Cross Keys Road. (0.25 toll) Friendship Community Church is a quarter of a mile west on the left. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Sep 5 15:32:19 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Sep 5 15:47:55 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Available for rent Message-ID: <6BFB695729664A06967E963C7B912912@capital.local> The Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion has a 4/5 bedroom, two story rectory available for rent to a cleric. We are a 10 minute drive East from Exit 109 (Red Bank/Shrewsbury) of the GSP. Please call Interim Vicar Nancy Hite Speck at 732-747-4671 or revnhs@bayhead.com Peace - Nancy+ From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Sep 10 16:17:23 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Sep 11 13:05:30 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Trinity Cathedral Times Message-ID: <6BE8C1EE9C834AD19305F0024BBAD3B3@capital.local> Good Afternoon! The September issue of the Trinity Times newsletter is available at the following link: http://www.trinitycathedralnj.org/newsltr.pdf Also on our Website, you will find a calendar of events and meetings for September, located at the "Calendar" tab at the bottom of our home page. Patrice A. D'Angelo Cathedral Administrator Trinity Cathedral 801 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 (609) 392-3805 ext. 100 (609) 392-2305 (Fax) From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Sep 18 10:30:34 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Sep 18 10:32:02 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Need to Know Message-ID: Need to know! for the third week in September is available on the diocesan website for downloading. See http://newjersey.anglican.org/2Times/current.html If you'd like to jump straight to a color PDF file, go to http://newjersey.anglican.org/2Times/2008/080902/080902.pdf If you'd like the PDF file in black and white, go here: http://newjersey.anglican.org/2Times/2008/080902/080902g.pdf For any questions or concerns regarding technical aspects of "Need to know!," contact Anne Hodgens at: ahodgens@newjersey.anglican.org. For any questions or concerns regarding content, please contact Debbie Crall at dcrall@newjersey.anglican.org or 609-394-5281 ext 20. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Sep 19 12:42:02 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Sun Sep 21 09:42:55 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] (no subject) Message-ID: <8B4DA192A4D0419783A34EB4B914C131@capital.local> The Theology Working Group of the New Jersey Council of Churches will be hosting a symposium on Wednesday, October 22 beginning at 5:30 at Stelton Baptist Church, 334 Plainfield Avenue, Edison, NJ. The Rev. David G. Burke, Dean Emeritus, Institute for Biblical Scholarships will be speaking on "Oneness in the Biblical Tradition". Group discussion will follow the presentation. Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. Kindly RSVP either to this email, office@njcouncilofchurches.org, or call the NJCC office at 609-396-9546. The Rev. Martha McKee, Chaplain The Evergreens Continuing Care Retirement Community 309 Bridgeboro Road, Moorestown, NJ 08057 Voice: 856.439.2019 Fax: 856.642.4532 Alternate Phone:856.834.8004 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Sep 22 11:59:17 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Sep 22 12:03:38 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Events at the Convent of St. John Baptist Message-ID: <48D7C0D5.5020607@newjersey.anglican.org> Manuscript Illumination Retreat WithPatricia Miranda *October 15-17, 2008*** *Learn the art of handmade lettering and illumination*** *No art talent required!* * * *$250 - Board, Meals & Program $200 - Meals & Program* */Contact Sr. Pamela at sr-pamela@csjb.org /* */ 973-543-4641 ext. 9/* */_______________________________________________________________/* */ /* *Icon Writing Retreat* Icon of St John the Baptist * **November 12-14 *** * With Patricia Miranda * * Learn to write an icon * * No experience required * * $250 Board, Meals & Program* * $200 Program & Meals*** *Contact Sr. Pamela _sr-pamela@csjb.org_ * *_________________________________________________________________* Fall Work Day * * Help the Sisters rake leaves, clear brush and gardens. Indoor projects included! Come for fun, fellowship and a good lunch! Saturday, October 11 (Rain day - Sun. 1-5) 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Youth groups welcomed! Contact Sr. Barbara Jean at csjb@csjb.org or 973-543-4641 ext. 1 */ /* */ /* */ /* */ /* */ /* */ /* -- Ann Notte Office and Convention Manager Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, New Jersey 08618-5326 Phone: 877-394-5281 Fax: 609-394-8015 anotte@newjersey.anglican.org From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Sep 22 15:30:59 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Sep 22 15:32:28 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Darfur Event: October 16, 2008 (World Food Day) Message-ID: <030F8A1CA7E447D8915EA1262BC1CC8A@capital.local> NEWS RELEASE For More Information, Contact: Marie Varley, Regional Director; Church World Service-NJ 973-375-1531, mvarley@churchworldservice.org September 22, 2008 For Immediate Release TRILOGY: AN OPERA COMPANY Presents DARFUR, DARFUR, A Dramatic Cantata Thursday, October 16, 2008 Newark, NJ -- On the heals of their successful production of Emmett Till:The Opera about a Chicago boy whose brutal murder in 1955 in the Mississippi Delta came to symbolize the start of the Civil Rights movement in America, Trilogy: An Opera Company presents Darfur, Darfur: A Dramatic Cantata by Michael Raphael. Trilogy's artistic director, Kevin Maynor, once again, unleashes his cadre of talented opera singers, this time to raise awareness of Darfur a war-torn region in western Sudan, Africa. The event will be held Thursday, October 16, 2008 at the WISOMMM Cultural Center, 15 James Street in downtown Newark, NJ at 8:00 pm. Admission is free and open to the public. In the Sudan, the government-supported Muslim militia known as the janjaweed, has wreaked havoc in the form of genocide on black residents of the region. "Darfurians are being tortured, killed and all of this is happening for power and no one is paying attention to it because it is not as lucrative as some of these other regions that have oil, for example," says Maynor. "Darfur represents the pinnacle of tragedy and abuse in the world." The October 16 performance features soprano Diana Solomon-Glover, mezzo soprano Frances Jones, tenor Robert Mack and bass Kevin Maynor along with the Longar Ensemble Orchestra, Umoja Dance Company and the Songs of Solomon Choir. Trilogy: An Opera Company is a non-profit organization that focuses on the works of black composers and artists of color. This event is presented by Trilogy in collaboration with the American Heart Association, the American Stroke Association, Women in Support of the Million Man March (WISOMMM), Church World Service/CROP and the Darfur Rehabilitation Project. For additional information, call (973) 985-5881 or e-mail TrilogyAOC@juno.com, or contact the Church World Service New Jersey Regional Office at 973-375-1531. # # # Darfur, Darfur: A Dramatic Cantata By Michael Raphael Co-sponsored by: Trilogy: An Opera Company American Heart Association American Stroke Association Women in Support of the Million Man March Church World Service/CROP Darfur Rehabilitation Project. Featuring: Diana Solomon-Glover, Soprano Frances Jones, Mezzo-soprano Robert Mack, Tenor Kevin Maynor, Bass Longar Ensemble Orchestra Umoja Dance Company Songs of Solomon Choir From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Sep 23 09:42:03 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Sep 23 09:43:32 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Events at the Convent of St. John Baptist Message-ID: <91EB85F852204415B9C042A426C780B9@capital.local> Dear Friends, Below is a calendar of activities offered by the Community of St. John Baptist in the coming months. Please send this e-mail to members of your parish and post a copy on your bulletin board. We welcome you to come and visit us at any time. Just send an e-mail to csjb@csjb.org. Attached is a poster showing three October events for printing. Thank you! Sr. Barbara Jean, CSJB 973-543-4641 ext. 1 Visit our website at www.csjb.org FABRIC OF FAITH 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 10-3. Learn about ecclesiastical embroidery and the preservation of church vestments. $10 includes lunch. Contact Sr. Suzanne Elizabeth at srse@csjb.org or 973-543-4641 x 5. EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY Thursdays, beginning September 18, 9:00-12 noon. Begin a 4-year course on scripture, church history, theology. Mentor: The Rev. Mark Waldon. New members welcome in September and October. LABYRINTH WALKS Saturdays Sept, 27, Oct. 4, 18, Nov. 1. Walk our labyrinth and learn about this ancient way of prayer. Phone Sr. Barbara Jean at 973-543-4641 x1 or e-mail csjb@csjb.org. Meet at the white Convent Building. FALL WORK DAY Saturday, October 11 (Rain Day Sun. 1-5) Come and help the Sisters with Fall raking, clearing of brush and garden-tending. Indoor projects included. Lunch provided. Youth groups encouraged. Enjoy our beautiful grounds! MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION RETREAT October 15-17. With Patricia Miranda. Explore meditative prayer through the art of illumination. $250. No experience needed. Reach Sr. Pamela at 973-543-4641 x9 or sr-pamela@csjb.org. ASSOCIATES' & OBLATES' RETREAT Saturday, October 25, 9-3. A retreat for those who have been received as Oblates & Associates and who are interested in doing so. Conducted by the Rev. Phil Carr-Jones, Rector of the Church of the Holy Spirit, Lebanon. $50. Call Sr. Eleanor Francis: 973-543-4641 or sref@csjb.org. ICON WRITING RETREAT November 12-14. The sacred art of Icon Writing offers a tangible, meditative entry into deep spiritual practice. Create a small icon on a wood panel. No experience necessary. Call Sr. Pamela at 973-543-4641 ext. 9 or sr-pamela@csjb.org. BEFRIENDING THE BIBLE: How the Bible Came to Be - and Why it Matters. Nov. 15-16. Discussion, meditation, sharing, and worship, led by the Rev. Lisa Green & Deirdre Good. Overnight retreat. $155. Sponsored by Interweave. Please register by calling 908-277-2120 by Nov. 7. INDIVIDUALLY GUIDED RETREAT Fri. Nov. 28 at 6 p.m.- Sun. Nov. 30 at 2 p.m. Prepare for Advent with a time of personal reflection. Come for a quiet retreat with individual guidance and spiritual direction. Contact Sr. Suzanne Elizabeth at 973-543-4641 ext. 5 or at srse@csjb.org. ADVENT RETREAT FOR WOMEN Friday, Dec. 5, 5 p.m.- Sat. Dec. 6th , 3 p.m Sponsored by NJ Episcopal Church Women. Call Sr. Barbara Jean at 973-543-4641 ext. 1.or csjb@csjb.org THE EPIPHANY PARTY! Sunday, January 4, 7:30 p.m. This event is for old and new friends of the Community. Enjoy an evening of music and fellowship with the Sisters. Bring a dessert! RESTING IN GOD: An Introduction To Centering Prayer Feb. 7, 2008, 9-3:30 A Preparation for Lent presented by the Rev. Elizabeth Eddy & Leslee Terpay. Do you seek the still, small voice of God? This workshop will help you to become more open to the God within and hear the "ear of your heart." $55, meals included. $25 deposit. Contact Sr. Pamela srpamela@csjb.org or 973-543-4641 ext.9 WINTER SEARCH PROGRAM For those seeking God's Call in their lives February 13-16, 2009.A Live-in with the Sisters to experience the Religious Life. Write or e-mail Sr. Eleanor Francis sref@csjb.org THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF EVERYDAY LIVING: THE BENEDICTINE WAY. Led by the Rev, Jane A. Tomaine. March 7, 9-3, 2009 Explore Benedictine Spirituality as a path toward wholeness and balance. Learn practical "tools" from St. Benedict's Toolbox that will help you stay centered in Christ and open to the Spirit. Contact Sr. Shane Margaret at 973-543-4641 x6 or srshane@csjb.org. Copies of St. Benedict's Toolbox by Jane A. Tomaine will be available for sale. CELTIC JOURNEYS 2009 IRELAND: May 4 - 14, 2009 Visit Dublin, Wicklow Mountains, Blarney, Dingle Peninsula, the Cliffs of Moher and other breathtaking places! ENGLAND'S SOUTHWEST September 2-12, 2009 Cornwall, Salisbury, Stonehenge, Glastonbury, Dartmoor, and other magical places. Contact Margo at srmargo@gmail.com or 973-543-4641 ext.4 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Sep 24 09:34:29 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Sep 24 09:35:59 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Concert-10/05/2008 Message-ID: Joseph W. Hill, Jr., Countertenor Master of Fine Arts, Mason Gross School of the Arts with Jack Bender, Harpsichord, Organ, Piano Sunday, October 5, 2008, 3 pm All Saints Episcopal Church 16 All Saints? Road, Princeton, NJ (north of the Princeton Shopping Center) Reception will follow Program: Giulio Caccini (1551-1618) Selections from Le Nuove Musiche (1602) Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Selections from Cantata BWV 43 George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) Selections from Giulio Cesare ~Intermission~ Reynaldo Hahn (1874-1947) D?Une Prison, Infidelit?, Paysage Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) Aria from A Midsummer Night's Dream Tickets: $ 15.00 Students with ID $5.00 at the door Join Princeton Friends of Opera members and friends for a richly varied fall afternoon concert to hear the unique sound of a countertenor. Mr. Hill will be accompanied by Jack Bender, an active musician in the New York metropolitan area, who will use all three available instruments, piano, organ and harpsichord. This promises to be an interesting afternoon. A native of Arkansas, Mr. Hill graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree from Furman University (Greenville, SC) and a Master of Music degree from Mason Gross School of the Arts (Rutgers University) in Voice Performance. He has chosen to present works spanning four centuries, from Giulio Caccini in the Baroque period to contemporary composer Benjamin Britten. Mr. Hill has performed as soloist with the Bach Choir of Bethlehem (PA), the Collegium Musicum and Baroque Orchestra of the College of New Jersey, as well as the Rutgers Symphony Orchestra. He is an active member of the Rutgers Collegium Musicum and has sung leading roles with the Rutgers Opera program. Mail check to Princeton Friends of Opera, Box 2359, Princeton, NJ 08543; (609) 219-0839. From kshort at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Sep 24 12:09:22 2008 From: kshort at newjersey.anglican.org (Kep Short) Date: Wed Sep 24 12:12:46 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Youth Ministry in NJ Message-ID: Upcoming Diocesan Youth Ministry Events T.L.C. Day (Together, Learning, Caring) is approaching on October 18th! This wonderful day is for all 6-12 graders and their adult sponsors. We will be spending the day with residents of The Evergreens , an Episcopal Retirement Community in Moorestown, NJ. Come join us as we gather together to work and share with each and out friends at The Evergreens. We will spend the day playing and sharing with the residents. We will also have lunch and worship together. This is a great opportunity for young people and youth groups to love and serve our neighbors, make new friends, and grow community together. Cost is only $15 per person and includes lunch! You must register in order to attend. Fall Youth Event (also for 6-12 graders and their adult sponsors) is November 21-23, 2008 at Camp Lebanon in Lebanon, NJ! The theme is AIDS - Crisis and Compassion. Since it was first identified in 1981, AIDS has become a global pandemic that affects everyone. How can we, as human beings and Christians, respond with compassion and care to those living with this disease? Come join us in the beautiful setting of Camp Lebanon for great program, music, creative worship, fun games, relaxing free time, and more. Cost is only $66 per person and includes all program, meals, and lodging. Scholarship is available. You must register in o rder to attend. Adult Workshop on Talking to Teenagers About Sex! Adults, this workshop is on October 29, 2008 at Diocesan House in Trenton. It is free and includes dinner! Janice Thomas (Nurse Practitioner and Episcopalian from Sewanee, TN) will be leading a discussion on Sexuality from both a health and theological perspective and how to accurately, honestly, and carefully tackle this these issues with teenagers. This will be a comprehensive and fun presentation! All you have to do is RSVP with the Youth Ministry Office and we'll see you there! Mark your calendars and join us later in the fall for Generation (December 6 for all ages in Elizabeth, NJ) and Winterlight 33 (Dec. 27 - Jan. 1 for 9-12 graders at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC). Questions? Contact us anytime! Kep Short and Debi Clarke Diocese of New Jersey Youth Ministry Office 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 1-877-394-5281 (toll-free) 609-394-9546 (fax) www.newjerseyyouth.org From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Sep 26 13:43:49 2008 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Sep 26 13:45:19 2008 Subject: [DioNJ] Diocesan Altar Guild Annual Meeting Message-ID: <6839164A3D5548FDA9BFFDDBFAF6992E@capital.local> Diocesan Altar Guild Annual Meeting Monday, October 20, 2008 TRINITY CATHEDRAL 10:00 AM Eucharist Celebrated by The Rt. Reverend Sylvestre Romero CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST VESTMENT DISPLAY Program presented by Bishop Romero in Synod Hall PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS-ALL ARE WELCOME