From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 2 09:25:07 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 2 09:26:40 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Saturday, December 12, 2009 Message-ID: "Come now...,turn aside for a while from your daily employment, escape for the moment from the tumult of thoughts...Enter into the inner chamber of your soul, shut out everything except God and that which can help you in seeking him, and when you shut the door, seek him." - St. Anselm Saturday, December 12, 2009 ~ 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Church of the Holy Spirit, 3 Haytown Road, Lebanon, NJ There will be three reflections during the day with periods of discernment after each of the presentations. Opportunities for contempletative and spiritual exercises will be available between the reflections. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Great silence will be kept throughout the day with a reader provided during the luncheon to hel us to maintain the silence (Reading from the book "Fingerprints of God"). The theme of the day is: "Waiting for God." The Quiet Day will begin with a Eucharist celebrated by Father Harry Mazujian, Dean of the convocation. Father John Rollins, a retired Priest of the Diocese of Newark will present the first reflection on "What are we waiting for?" The Archdeacon of Central Pennsylvania, The Venerable Canon Andrew M. France, Jr. will present a reflection on "Why do we wait?" And, the last reflection, "How do we wait?" will be presented by Jim Keller, a member of the congregation of the Church of the Holy Spirit. At the end of the Quiet Day all participants will jhave the opportunity of joining together to share the experience of their spiritual journey during the day. Cost (including breakfast and lucnh) is $20.00. Reservations are required and should be sent to: Jim Keller, 41 Hillside Court, Clinton, New Jersey 08809, together with a check in the amount of $20.00, payable to the order of "The Church of the Holy Spirit." We look forward to sharing a time of peace and quiet with our friends in the Diocese. ------------------------------------------------------ Sent for Church of the Holy Spirit, Lebanon From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 2 11:07:56 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 2 11:09:15 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Bereavement Support Group Message-ID: FOR THOSE WE LOVE BUT SEE NO LONGER A 6-week bereavement support group will be offered at Trinity Church, Matawan, NJ on Monday evenings starting on Nov. 9, ending on Dec. 14, from 7:00- 8:30 p.m. The group will provide its members mutual support as we walk the journey of grief, dealing with the tasks of bereavement: coming to accept the reality of the death of a loved one, experiencing the pain of the loss, adjusting to life without the loved one, and rebuilding a healthy life. Wherever each person is in that process, we will honor and support each other. We will search for God's presence in the pain of loss, and a closer relationship with God through the experience. We will do this together, with each person participating as is comfortable.The background for our discussions will come from the book: "For Those We Love but See No Longer" by the Rev. Lisa Belcher Hamilton (Copies have been purchased for group members.) If you would like to register for the bereavement group, or to receive more information, contact Trinity Church 732-591-9210 Dcn. Terry Suruda -------------------------------------------- Sent for Deacon Terry Suruda, Trinity Church From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 2 11:14:44 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 2 11:16:03 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Special Stewardship Service Message-ID: <7DFA014842164F3B8D09FC3F40D16841@capital.local> Bishop Councell to visit St. John's Episcopal Church For Special Stewardship Service Somerville, NJ (November 2009) - The Rt. Rev. George Councell, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey, will visit St. John's Church in Somerville on November 8 for a special Stewardship service. The community is invited to join in the celebration. Bishop Councell will celebrate and preach at 9 am at St John's, 158 W. High St., Somerville. He is joining the congregation for St. John's Annual Stewardship Sunday. This year, the church's stewardship theme is Building Our Dream House. "This year, St. John's stewardship campaign is focusing on the Diocese of New Jersey and all that it brings to our lives and the lives of others," explained Sam Galpin, church warden and chair of the Stewardship Committee. "The bishop's visit provides an opportunity to learn about the connections with our church and our diocese." Additionally, Bishop Councell will discuss the companion relationship between the Diocese of New Jersey and the Diocese of Ecuador Central, in South America and how St. John's can participate. "We are honored to host Bishop Councell for our special service," commented the Rev. Ronald Pollock, rector of St. John's. "We are also excited about learning how St. John's in Somerville can connect with parishes in Ecuador." Pollock invited the community to St. John's. "Our theme is Building Our Dream House, and a house that extends hospitality to all people with justice, love and peace is a place I can joyfully call home. We are blessed to be a part of a community in the Diocese of New Jersey." Following the service, Bishop Councell will join the congregation for brunch in the parish hall and a question/answer session. Councell was elected the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey on May 3, 2003, and consecrated on October 18, 2003 in Trinity Cathedral in Trenton. The Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey boasts over 160 churches in 14 of the state's 21 counties. http://www.newjersey.anglican.org/ About St. John's At St. John's, weekly Sunday services are conducted at 8 am and 10:15 am with music at 10:15 am. St. John's offers Sunday School every Sunday at 10:15 am preceded by "Children's Chapel" at 10 am in which the rector, the Rev. Ronald Pollock, offers a brief children's message. An adult Bible study is offered at 9 am between the two Sunday services. St John's has both an adult choir and a junior choir. Among its many programs, St. John's hosts the SHIP's Galley Soup Kitchen three days a week and a monthly thrift shop - From The Heart - with proceeds donated to area non-profit agencies. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 2 17:16:08 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 2 17:17:26 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Music at Historic Christ Church Message-ID: <086DC941777C476BB95C47BF9FF367D6@capital.local> Music at Historic Christ Church 5 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey Regular concerts offered to the community by one of the area's oldest and most historic churches. Come and enjoy live music making in this beautiful and peaceful downtown setting. This Week Sunday, November 8 Evensong and Recital at 4 o'clock The Christ Church Schola Diana Whitener, soprano Lewis Baratz, recorder Mark Trautman, organ Telemann: Cantata, 'Hemmet den eifer' Recital Nick Cutroneo, classical guitar J.S. Bach: Suite in A minor, BWV. 997 Joaquin Rodrigo: Sonata Giocos. Coming Up Sunday, November 15 Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy 100th Anniversary Celebration at 4 o'clock Organists from the Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University Soo Hwang Choi Sook Hyun Kim Robert Ridgell Choir of Christ Church Find out more about worship, education, outreach and other offerings: Christ Church Check out the organ on the web: Richards, Fowkes & Co. Opus 12 Find out more about dining and other events in downtown New Brunswick: New Brunswick City Market 'Everyone is welcome here!' HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH' Sunday, December 6 at 3 p.m. Christ Church Choir New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra SOLOISTS: Jolle Greenleaf Drew Minter Frederick Urrey Peter Becker STATE THEATRE 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick TICKETS: Call 732.246.SHOW or visit the website here. ________________ Contact Information Christ Church Music Office 732.545.6262 ext. 3 Sent for: Christ Church | 5 Paterson Street | New Brunswick | NJ | 08901 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 3 11:15:52 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 3 11:17:10 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Holiday Bazaar Message-ID: <31C11436A3354006B44DDED1FCC6A44F@capital.local> St. John's Episcopal Church Holiday Bazaar 2009 Friday, November 13 5 pm to 8 pm Saturday, November 14 9 am to 3 pm Hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind items Silent auction - beautiful baskets Baked goods and gourmet goodies Treasure table - bigger than ever Deanna's Deli - enjoy lunch -homemade soups, sandwiches, pies and more Outside vendors St. John's Episcopal Church 158 West High Street, Somerville, NJ ----------------------------- Sent for St. John's, Somerville From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 3 12:35:38 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 3 12:36:56 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] St. Peter's Church Message-ID: <77C041F669C546FA8F1E228D2F5FEBFB@capital.local> Please join us: St. Peter's Church HOLIDAY BAZAAR Saturday, November 21st 9-3 Sunday, November 22nd 9-1 Thanksgiving Baked Goods Baskets of Jam Hostess Gifts "Gifts in a Jar" back by popular demand Christmas Crafts & Ornaments Painted Wood Gifts "Attic Treasures" Sale "Historic Freehold" Afghans - made in the USA Corner Throckmorton & Main (Downtown Freehold) Visit us at: StPetersFreehold.org _____ From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 3 16:03:12 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 3 16:04:31 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Announcement Message-ID: <552ED880E8294C0090A5CDFAF6EC58DE@capital.local> Effective November 2, 2009, the Rev. Debra Clarke, Dcn. is the staff liaison for the Congregational Development Committee and is assisting Bishop Romero with the Board of Missions. If you have any questions regarding matters related to Congregational Development or Board of Missions, please contact Debi Clarke at 609-394-5281, ext. 37 or dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org. Debi will continue to serve as Program Assistant for Youth Ministry. Ms. Ann Notte Office and Convention Manager Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618-5326 Phone: 609-394-5281 x41 Fax: 609-394-8015 anotte@newjersey.anglican.org http://newjersey.anglican.org From cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 4 11:02:55 2009 From: cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org (Cynthia McFarland) Date: Wed Nov 4 11:02:57 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] All Saints' Memorial Church, Navesink: 8 November Candlelight Concert Message-ID: All Saints' Memorial Church in Navesink (Middletown Township) will hold its 28th Annual Candlelight Concert on Sunday, November 8 at 4 pm, presenting the music of Franz Schubert: 'The Trout' Piano Quintet in A major and three lieder: 'An die Musik', 'Die Forelle', and 'Erlkonig'. Performers: Eleanor Linley, piano Patrisa Tomassini, violin Dorothy Sobiesky, viola Akua Dixon, cello Kevin Brown, double bass & voice Laurie Morris, voice Tickets: $20 Please call Judith Stanton for information or to reserve a seat: 732 212-9505 All Saints' Memorial Church 202 Navesink Avenue Navesink, New Jersey From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 4 11:26:06 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Nov 4 11:27:25 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Ceremony of Nine Lessons and Carols Message-ID: <653350ECA45F49A8AE00E520F3FD6ABB@capital.local> Sent for Trinity Church, Matawan: ----------------------------------------------- You are invited to attend the "Ceremony of Nine Lessons and Carols" which will be held on Sunday December 13th at 7PM at Trinity Episcopal Church, Matawan NJ. It will feature readings from the scripture on the Christmas story and music from the Choir and the children of Trinity Church. George Cullinan, Music Director. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 4 12:07:54 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Nov 4 12:09:13 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] St. Luke's, Metuchen Message-ID: <3B39A03DDDDD4F1C8543613F75A61CF9@capital.local> Sent for St. Luke's, Metuchen ----------------------------------------------------- Annual Christmas Fair "A Trinket and Treasure Extravaganza" Saturday December 5, 2009 10:00AM to 4:00PM Hand-Crafted Pottery, Wood Items, and Christmas Items Hand-Made Crocheted and Knitted Items Soaps and Scents Home-Made Culinary Creations Snack Bar with Soups and Comfort Foods Dip into Our DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Items Lots of Festive Gift Items >From Our Trinkets and Treasures Collection Fabulous Door Prizes Some Antiques St. Luke's Episcopal Church Corner of Oak Ave. and Rt. 27 in Metuchen Call 732-548-4309 for More Information From cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 4 14:55:48 2009 From: cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org (Cynthia McFarland) Date: Wed Nov 4 14:55:50 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] From St Peter's, Perth Amboy Message-ID: <17C7729B-F427-49AF-89BD-8524841AA21F@newjersey.anglican.org> St Peter's Church, Perth Amboy announces two events: November 14 and 15, 2009 Theme: Collectible dolls to show and sell Time: 9 a.m.? 2 p.m. both days Food, crafts, basket raffles December 13, 2009 Lessons and Carols Time: 10:30 a.m. Both events take place at St. Peter?s Church 183 Rector Street Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 Phone: 732 826-1594 http://stpetersepiscopal.com From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 5 12:19:27 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 5 12:20:47 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] St. James', Yardville Message-ID: St. James's Episcopal Church 1040 Yardville-Allentown Road, Yardville Invites you to join us for our annual Holiday Boutique Saturday, November 14th 9AM-2 PM A variety of select Vendors Homemade Candy A great basket Auction Parish Craft Tables Baked Goods Secret Shoppe Gingerbread House activity for Children LUNCH ROOM: Nancy Miller's renowned soups, hot and cold sandwiches and desserts. Why not stop for a visit and lunch on your way home from the Ordination Liturgy From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 5 12:37:58 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 5 12:39:17 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Prayers requested Message-ID: Please pray for Mrs. Bari Sweeny. Bari is the wife of The Rev. Thomas Sweeny, Deacon at St. Mark and All Saints, Galloway. Bari is very ill and has been disconnected from life support. Please keep the Sweeny family in your prayers. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 5 13:31:30 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 5 13:32:49 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Trinity Cathedral Message-ID: <48CDC623FF6D47BAB0E40B24CDC0852B@capital.local> Hello All; The November issue of the Trinity Times is online and ready for reading at: www.TrinityCathedralNJ.org/newsltr.pdf If you're navigating through our Website, on the "News" page you will find a link toward the top of the page, marked "Newsletter." 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 Nov 5 14:10:03 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 5 14:11:22 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Your prayers and presence are requested Message-ID: <5FF7F32C1B9E4434975E94E32067BA1A@capital.local> By the Grace of God and with the People consenting, The Right Reverend George E. Councell, XI Bishop of New Jersey will ordain to the Sacred Order of Deacons in Christ's One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church Edwin Thomas Chinery Robert Joseph Fitzpatrick Susan Roberta Ironside Kevin Otis Olds on Saturday, the 14th day of November in the year of Our Lord 2009 at 10 o'clock in the morning in Trinity Cathedral, Trenton New Jersey Your prayers and presence are requested. Clergy: Red stoles Reception follows From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 5 15:11:08 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 5 15:12:27 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Centennial - December 6 Message-ID: The Church of the Atonement, Laurel Springs, New Jersey cordially invites members of the Diocese of New Jersey to share our Centennial joy on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at 10 a. m. when The Rt. Rev. George E. Councell, Bishop of New Jersey, will be with us to preach, Confirm and Receive new members, and celebrate The Holy Eucharist. A luncheon honoring the Confirmands and Bishop Councell follows the service in Durham Hall. First services were held in our church on December 19, 1909. Luncheon reservations are requested by November 29th by calling 888-338-0377 or sending me an email at: jm125kirk@gmail.com. Jeffrey M. Kirk, Rector From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 5 16:21:18 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 5 16:22:38 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Spanish as a second language Message-ID: <601C7BD6C1C94702B56CAD2151D9D782@capital.local> Sent for Fr. Salvador Ros Good Shepherd, Rahway ---------------------------------------------------------- Fr. Salvador Ros, Rector of Good Shepherd in Rahway, aware of the great need for clergy to learn Spanish in order to serve their Spanish speaking congregation better, is offering Spanish as a Second Language for Clergy and Lay Ministers- Level I, (not exclusively and no experience is necessary). The course will address how to lead worship in Spanish, Customs and traditions of "Hispanos". He is looking for a convenient time for the students. Possibly, Tuesday or Thursday at Good Shepherd, Rahway. Depending on the response he will offer conversational Spanish later on. If your are interested, e-mail at: fatherros40@yahoo.com or call 732-882-3029 Cell. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 6 14:09:20 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 6 14:10:41 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Funeral information Message-ID: <0DAE933E4A674023856B2C2ADAD90D9F@capital.local> Bari Sweeny passed away this morning Friday, November 6, 2009. Bari is the wife of The Rev. Thomas Sweeny, Deacon at St. Mark and All Saints in Galloway. There will be a Celebration of Bari's life on Saturday, November 14th at 11 am at St. Mark and All Saints, Galloway. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10am followed by a luncheon. Deacon Tom and Bari would like clergy to vest and wear white stoles. Please keep the Sweeny family in your prayers. May her soul and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 6 14:21:54 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 6 14:23:15 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Holiday Fair at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Message-ID: <2558440278EF422D9A7D2E4EE1AED120@capital.local> Holiday Fair at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Saturday, Nov 21, 9 - 3. Admission is free. Shopping and activities for the whole family: handcrafted ornaments, hand knit items, floral topiaries and wreaths, home baked goods, frozen gourmet foods, a children's boutique (which allows only youngsters to shop for family and friends at appropriate prices), photos with Santa, and more. Lunch is sold from 11:00 until 1. All proceeds from the Fair are used to fund mission programs such as the Morristown Soup Kitchen. The church is located at 182 Main Street in Gladstone. For directions, visit our website at www.stlukesgladstone.org or call 908-234-0002. From cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 6 15:50:55 2009 From: cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org (Cynthia McFarland) Date: Fri Nov 6 15:50:56 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Forwarded for Saint Mary's Church, Burlington Message-ID: Saint Mary?s Episcopal Church Women welcome you to our Annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 13th from 9 am to 4 pm; and, Saturday, November 14th from 10 am to 7 pm. Featuring homemade baked goods, candies and confections, holiday crafts, white elephant room, auction table, books, and jewelry. Shop on Friday and have a delicious homemade soup and sandwich lunch served from 11:30 am to 2 pm Shop on Saturday and enjoy our Annual Roast Beef Dinner. Delicious roast beef, gravy, mashed potatoes and all the fixings with seatings at 5pm and 6:30pm. The Christmas Bazaar and Roast Beef Dinner are major fundraisers of the ECW. Funds support many parish and outreach projects throughout the year. For further information and Roast Beef Dinner tickets, contact Meg Faunce at (609) 784-3269. Location: St. Mary?s Guild House 145 W. Broad St. (corner of Broad and Talbot Sts.) Burlington, New Jersey From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Sat Nov 7 10:27:01 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (spaige@newjersey.anglican.org) Date: Sat Nov 7 10:27:07 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Upcoming Events Message-ID: <1257607621.541217906@192.168.1.35> Reminder: Nomination forms for the upcoming convention can be completed and submitted online. Please visit [blocked::http://www.newjersey.anglican.org/] www.newjersey.anglican.org 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 Espa?ol disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request. WhenSaturday, November 14 from 9am to 3pm CostNo cost, continental breakfast and lunch provided WhereHoly Trinity Episcopal Church t11 North Monroe Avenue tWenonah, New Jersey 08090 t856 468-0290 DeadlineRegister by Friday, October 30 RegisterOnline [blocked::http://www.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0015-0007-DAF46345B3734141A16DE21F3B541ABF] here or email spaige@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Sarah Paige, 609 394-5281, ext. 10. ContactAnnette Buchanan, 732 918-8023 or annbuc2000@cs.com or he Reverend Sheelagh Clarke, 908 317-5424 or sheelaghclarke@hotmail.com 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. WhenSaturday, November 21. Registration at 8:30am, begins at 9am and ends at 3pm Cost$5, lunch provided WhereTrinity Cathedral t801 West State Street tTrenton, New Jersey 08618 t609 392-3805 DeadlineRegister by Monday, November 16 RegisterOnline [blocked::http://www.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0015-0007-05267BFD412B4FFF849C36DC0FBCF563] here or email spaige@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Sarah Paige, 609 394-5281, ext. 10. ContactKevin Thompson, 732 778-7847 or Kjt1206@aol.com 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 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! WhenWednesday, December 9 from 6:30pm to 9pm CostNone, dinner provided WhereDiocesan House t808 West State Street tTrenton, New Jersey 08618 t609 394-5281 DeadlineRegister by Monday, December 7 RegisterOnline at [http://newjerseyyouth.org/] newjerseyyouth.org or send email to dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone the Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, 609 394-5281, ext. 37. ContactThe Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, 609 394-5281, ext. 37 or dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org 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. WhenThursday, December 10, coffee at 9:30am, program 10am to 3pm CostNone, lunch provided WhereTrinity Cathedral t801 West State Street tTrenton, New Jersey 08016 t609 392-3805 DeadlineRegister by Monday, November 30 RegisterOnline [http://www.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0015-0007-0C30BD1248AD4FBE83138C2067F25D80] here or email calvarez@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Cecilia Alvarez, 609 394-5281, ext. 22 ContactThe Reverend Dr. Gina Walsh-Minor, 732 471-0990 or gwalshminor@comcast.net 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. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 9 19:37:12 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 9 19:38:35 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Cookie Walk Message-ID: MARK YOUR CALENDARS Trinity Church in Matawan is having their annual "Cookie Walk" on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2009 from 9AM to 2PM A Cookie Walk is simple. Everyone in the parish bakes holiday cookies and brings them in on December 4th or early on Saturday, December 5h. The cookies are put out in our cookie room, and people come and buy an empty cookie box, which we provide, to fill with our delicious cookies. Also there will be a white elephant sale, many interesting vendors and Trinity Cafe, where you can sit and have a bowl of soup, cup of coffee and relax. Raffle tickets for our hand made king size quilt will also be available. So mark your calendars, and plan on coming early to fill your box with cookies, and your heart with the joy and fellowship of this festive season. For more information please call 732-591-9210. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 9 19:50:35 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 9 19:51:57 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] St. John's Holiday Bazaar Message-ID: Episcopal Church 158 West High St., Somerville NJ 088876 908-722-1250 www.stjohnsomerville.org Shop for Christmas and enjoy lunch at St. John's Holiday Bazaar 2009 Somerville, NJ (November 2009) - Shop for Christmas and for yourself at the Holiday Bazaar 2009 on November 13 and 14 at St. John's Episcopal Church on High Street in Somerville. St. John's Holiday Bazaar 2009 will kick off the season from 5 pm to 8 pm on Friday, November 13, and 9 am to 3 pm on Saturday, November 14. Holiday Bazaar 2009 will feature hand-crafted items ideal for Christmas gifts and seasonal decorating. Don't miss the fresh baked desserts, gourmet goodie mixes, plenty of vendors with special wares, and treasure tables of special pieces. There will also be a silent auction for beautiful themed-baskets filled with delights, including tickets and a parking pass to the November 29 Jets game at the Meadowlands. On Saturday, Deanna's Deli will feature continental breakfast items as well as a special lunch of homemade soups, sandwiches, yummy pies and more. Stop in for lunch; takeout available. Holiday Bazaar 2009 will be held in the St. John's Parish Hall, 158 West High St. The Parish Hall is handicapped accessible with handicapped facilities. Parking is available in the church parking lot behind the church or on the street. For more information contact 908-722-1250. www.stjohnsomerville.org Holiday Bazaar 2009 is sponsored by the church's Episcopal Church Women. About St. John's At St. John's, weekly Sunday services are conducted at 8 am and 10:15 am with music at 10:15 am. St. John's offers Sunday School every Sunday at 10:15 am preceded by "Children's Chapel" at 10 am in which the rector, the Rev. Ronald Pollock, offers a brief children's message. An adult Bible study is offered at 9 am between the two Sunday services. St John's has both an adult choir and a junior choir. Among its many programs, St. John's hosts the SHIP's Galley Soup Kitchen three days a week and a monthly thrift shop - From The Heart - with proceeds donated to area non-profit agencies. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 9 19:54:13 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 9 19:55:35 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Historic Christ Church Message-ID: Music at Historic Christ Church 5 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey Regular concerts offered to the community by one of the area's oldest and most historic churches. Come and enjoy live music making in this beautiful and peaceful downtown setting. This Week Sunday, November 15 Evensong and Recital at 4 o'clock Organists from the Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University Soo Hwang Choi Sook Hyun Kim Robert Ridgell 200th Anniversary Celebration Organ and Choral Works of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy (1809-1847) including excerpts from Opus 37 and Opus 65, and his cantata "Hear My Prayer" NEXT WEEK: November 22 at 4 Rutgers Collegium Musicum Andrew Kirkman, conductor Find out more about worship, education, outreach and other offerings: Christ Church Check out the organ on the web: Richards, Fowkes & Co. Opus 12 Find out more about dining and other events in downtown New Brunswick: New Brunswick City Market 'Everyone is welcome here!' HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH' Sunday, December 6 at 3 p.m. Christ Church Choir New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra SOLOISTS: Jolle Greenleaf Drew Minter Frederick Urrey Peter Becker STATE THEATRE 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick TICKETS: Call 732.246.SHOW or visit the website here. ________________ Contact Information Christ Church Music Office 732.545.6262 ext. 3 Forward email This email was sent to anotte@newjersey.anglican.org by music@christchurchnewbrunswick.org. Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribeT | Privacy Policy. Email Marketing by Christ Church | 5 Paterson Street | New Brunswick | NJ | 08901 From cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 10 11:39:30 2009 From: cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org (Cynthia McFarland) Date: Tue Nov 10 11:39:32 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] From St Mary's, Stone Harbor: Bazaar on 21 November Message-ID: Forwarded for St Mary's, Stone Harbor: ------------------- The Episcopal Church Women of St. Mary's Church, Stone Harbor are having "Sweet & Savory" a Holiday Bazaar at St. Mary's Parish Hall on Saturday, November 21st from 9 am to 1 pm. There will be holiday desserts, cookies, pies, gifts, and crafts at great prices. This is a fundraiser to support the hot lunches that the church provides at the United Way sponsored soup kitchen in Wildwood. St. Mary's Episcopal Church 9425 Third Avenue Stone Harbor, New Jersey 08247 609 368-5922 / fax 609 967-1616 www.stmarysstoneharbor.org From cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 10 12:57:19 2009 From: cmcfarland at newjersey.anglican.org (Cynthia McFarland) Date: Tue Nov 10 12:57:21 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Christ Church, Bordentown: 22 November event Message-ID: <57231F03-5391-443C-8D51-F9ADEAC359C6@newjersey.anglican.org> Forwarded for Christ Church, Bordentown ------------ Christ Church, Bordentown is celebrating her feast of title on 22 November at 4pm with Choral Evensong and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. A festive dinner will follow. Preces and Responses: Tomkins Magnificat and Nunc dimittis: Farrant (Service in A minor) O God My King: Amner Please contact the parish office at 609 298.2348 for more information or to reserve a place at the dinner. Christ Church 130 Prince Street Bordentown, New Jersey 08505 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 11 11:28:38 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Nov 11 11:30:02 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Solemn Evensong Message-ID: <8900D9741EBA41E789694E03CA40C037@capital.local> Sent for the Rev. William Thiele St. John's Church Passaic, NJ ----------------------------------- The people of St. John's in Passaic invite everyone to share in their 150th anniversary celebration as a congregation on Sunday, November 15th, 2009 at 4:00 PM. Bishop Mark Beckwith will preside at Solemn Evensong at 4 PM. Please join us! (For logistical reasons clergy need not vest.) A festive dinner dance nearby will follow. Reservations needed, $60 each. Contact Father Thiele. (frthiele@gmail.com, or cell #908-581-1667) St. John's Church 215 Lafayette Avenue Passaic, NJ 07055-4711 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 11 11:51:44 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Nov 11 11:53:07 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Evensong Message-ID: <95C40A7F8EE2462D8265A2B8FA24C060@capital.local> Sent for Christ Church, Riverton: Christ Church in Riverton will celebrate a service of Evensong on Sunday, Nov 15th 2009 at 4PM. The Rector, the Revd Richard C. Wrede and the Revd Anne McRae Wrede, Interim Vicar of Trinity Church in Swedesboro will be the co-officiants. The Christ Church Choir under the direction of Organist and Choir Director Justin Hartz will sing the Magnificat and Nunc Dimitus in C settings by Charles Villiers Stanford and the anthems Locus Iste by Anton Bruckner and Evening Hymn by Henry Balfour Gardiner For the prelude, Mr Hartz has selected the Piece Heroique by Cesar Franck and for the Postlude, the opening movement of the Concerto in C after Vivaldi (Grosso Mogul) by J.S. Bach. All are welcome, all are invited! Christ Church is located at the corner of Main and Fourth Streets in historic Riverton, NJ, four blocks from the Riverton River Line Station. For further information, please call the parish office at 856-829-1634. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 11 18:26:09 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Wed Nov 11 18:27:32 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] An Advent Quiet Day on Saturday, December 12 Message-ID: "Just Say, 'Yes'" -- An Advent Quiet Day on Saturday, December 12 This is an invitation to an Advent Quiet Day at All Saints' in Scotch Plains. We are pleased to welcome back Sister Lura from the Community of St. John Baptist. This year, her theme is the importance of discernment and trust. Says Sister Lura, "This is a great time to take a break from hectic holiday preparations and center yourself in prayer, and remember what it is we are celebrating at Christimastime." The Quiet Day will include short talks interspersed with periods of quiet for reflection and prayer. A simple lunch will be served, and the day will end with Holy Eucharist. This is the schedule: 9:45 am Arrival (Coffee available) 10:00 Short Meditation ("Choices") 10:45 Silence 11:15 Short Meditation ("In each heart lies a Bethlehem") Noon Lunch (Soup and Bread) 1:15 pm Short Meditation ("We are God's gifts to one another") 2:00 Sharing 2:30 Holy Eucharist 3:00 Departure The Quiet Day will take place in the church. All Saints' is at 559 Park Avenue, across from Park Middle School. Parking is available behind the church, accessible via Church Avenue to School Place. We ask that participants call to reserve a place For reservations or more information, please call (908)322-8047. There is a small charge of $5 for the Quiet Day. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 12 09:55:31 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 12 09:56:54 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] =?iso-8859-1?q?LA_COMISI=D3N_ANTI-RACISIMS?= =?iso-8859-1?q?O_DE_LA_DI=D3CESIS_DE_NUEVA_JERSEY?= Message-ID: LA COMISI?N ANTI-RACISIMSO DE LA DI?CESIS DE NUEVA JERSEY Conferencia sobre Anti-Racismo El rol de la Iglesia en la construcci?n de una Am?rica?Post-Racial? - S?bado, 21 de Noviembre de 2009 - Trinity Cathedral 801 West State Street Trenton, New Jersey 08618 609- 392-3805 www.trinitycathedralnj.org INSCRIPCI?N : 8:30 AM PROGRAMA: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM ARANCEL: $5.00 SE PROVEER? ALMUERZO! Inscripci?n hasta el: 16 de Noviembre Email: spaige@newjersey.anglican.org. Fax: 609-394- 9546 Tel?fono: Sarah Paige, (609) 394- 5281, Extensi?n # 10 Para mas informaci?n: (732) 747-1039 o (732) 778-7847 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 12 10:02:23 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 12 10:03:48 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Anti Racism Conference Message-ID: <9571B148BFE94A96A862C98D3D2B508A@capital.local> Reminder: Deadline for registration is November 16th. Bishop Councell will be the celebrant at the Eucharist. Diocese of New Jersey Anti-Racism Conference Saturday, NOVEMBER 21st. 2009 The Church's Role in Building a "Post-Racial" America Key note Speaker, Byron Rushing's long service in Congress, as Representative from Massachusetts, and 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. Conference Sponsored by the Anti-Racism Commission, Diocese of New Jersey. Registration: 8:30 am Program: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Registration Fee = $5.00 Lunch provided Address: Trinity Cathedral 801 West State Street Trenton, New Jersey 08618 609- 392-3805 www.trinitycathedralnj.org Deadline to Register: Monday, November 16 Registration: spaige@newjersey.anglican.org. fax registration form to 609-394- 9546 phone Sarah Paige, 609- 394- 5281, ext. 10. Questions: 732-747-1039 or 732-778-784 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 12 10:13:18 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 12 10:41:22 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Church World Service-NJ/NY Metro Area Office Message-ID: <0D921845DAD04A228A9B0A87FB96477A@capital.local> Church World Service-NJ/NY Metro Area Office P.O. Box 214 Rocky Hill, NJ 08553 MEDIA CONTACT: Marie Varley 888-297-2767, mvarley@churchworldservice.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Church World Service Issues Urgent Request for Help in Replenishing Kit Supply Rocky Hill, NJ, November 11, 2009 - The international humanitarian agency Church World Service (CWS) has issued an urgent call for contributions of Hygiene, School, and Baby Kits, and Emergency Clean-up Buckets. The CWS Kit Program collects and distributes donated recovery Kits to meet the emergency or on-going needs of disaster victims, refugees, and others in need worldwide. Some of the overseas locations that Kits were shipped to in the past year are Ghana, Ethiopia, Haiti, Bosnia, Indonesia, Nicaragua, and Peru. Kits were also distributed to hurricane and flood victims and the economically disadvantaged in various states in the U.S. Thousands of Kits are needed now to replenish the supply of Kits in order to fill substantive pending requests. Kits are scheduled to be shipped to Congo, Syria, Pakistan, and Jamaica. Kit assembly is a great hands-on activity often taken on by civic organizations, congregations, women's or men's groups, or youth groups. Monetary donations which are used to purchase relief supplies are also encouraged. For more information on assembling and shipping the Kits, visit our web site, www.churchworldservice.org/kits, or call, 888-297-2767. Contributions to the Kit Program, may be made on-line at www.churchworldservice.org, or sent to Church World Service, P.O. Box 968, Elkhart, IN 46515. Processing/Shipping fees of $2 per Hygiene, School or Baby Kit, and $3 per Emergency Clean-Up Bucket are also needed to speed kits to their destination. Make checks payable to: Church World Service, earmarked for "Processing/Shipping", and send to: CWS, P.O. Box 968, Elkhart, IN 46515. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: HYGIENE KIT * one hand towel (approx. 16"X28" (no fingertip or bath towels) * one washcloth * one wide-tooth comb * one nail clipper * one bath-sized bar of soap * one toothbrush * Six Band-Aids Items should be sealed in a 1-gallon plastic bag with a zipper-like closure. Value: $11, Processing/Shipping Cost: $2/Kit SCHOOL KIT * one pair of blunt scissors * three 70-count spiral or tape-bound pads of 8" X 10 1/2" ruled paper. (no filler paper, please) * one 30 cm. ruler (12") * one hand-held pencil sharpener * six new pencils with erasers * one large eraser * one box of (24) crayons All items should be packed inside a cotton cloth bag (approx. 12"X14", or 14"X16" finished sized) with handles. Value: $13, Processing/Shipping Cost: $2/Kit BABY KIT: * six cloth diapers * two t-shirts or undershirts (no onesies) * two washcloths * two gowns or sleepers * two diaper pins * one sweater or sweatshirt * two receiving blankets (one can be a hand-knitted or crocheted baby blanket). All items should be new. Wrap items inside one of the receiving blankets and secure with both diaper pins. Value: $39, Processing/Shipping Cost: $2/Kit EMERGENCY CLEAN-UP BUCKET * One 5-gallon bucket with resealable lid * Five scouring pads * Seven sponges, assorted sizes * One scrub brush * Eighteen cleaning towels (reusable, like Easy Wipes R) * One 50-78 oz. box dry laundry detergent * One 12 oz. bottle of liquid concentrated household cleaner (like Lysol R) * One 25 oz. bottle liquid disinfectant dish soap (like Dawn R) * Fifty clothespins * Clothesline, two 50 ft. or one 100 ft. * Five dust masks * Two pairs latex gloves One pair work gloves * 24-bag roll of heavy-duty trash bags (33-45 gallon) * One 6-14 oz. bottle of insect repellant (drops or lotion, not aerosol) Please purchase all liquids in plastic bottles. Be sure to send only new, unopened materials. Put all items in the plastic bucket, making sure they are packed securely to avoid damage during shipment, and seal lid with packing tape. Place each Bucket in a separate box. Value per Emergency Clean-up Bucket is $45. SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS: Kits should be packed into boxes. Boxes can be of all sizes/shapes and hold as many Kits as fit, but please keep the weight of the box to a maximum of 30 lbs. A note containing your name, address and telephone number, and contents of the box should be included in the top of the box before sealing with packing tape. The number and type of Kit should also be clearly marked on the outside of each box. Ship all Kits prepaid to: CHURCH WORLD SERVICE 601 Main Street P.O. Box 188 New Windsor, MD 21776-0188 (Please include both the P.O. Box and the street address on boxes.) Church World Service works with grassroots partners throughout the world on projects to eradicate hunger and poverty and to promote peace and justice by supporting sustainable development, disaster relief, and refugee assistance, and by educating and advocating around food security issues. In the U.S., CWS helps communities respond to disasters, resettles refugees, and promotes fair national and international public policies. For more information on CWS, please visit our web site, www.churchworldservice.org . From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 12 16:35:00 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 12 16:36:23 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Conference for Young Adults+ Message-ID: <20A24F8E1C8046E89756F3D88CC290C0@capital.local> From: The Reverend Gregory Bezilla, Chaplain The Episcopal Campus Ministry at Rutgers On Saturday, Nov. 21st, Princeton Theological Seminary will be host to a conference designed by young adults for young adults who care about social justice as an imperative for Christian discipleship and mission: "Change Maker Movement." The event is free, and the campus is accessible by rail and bus lines. For more information and to register: http://www.ptsem.edu/ce/changemaker Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138141981957&index=1 Please help spread the word to young adults! The Reverend Gregory Bezilla, Chaplain The Episcopal Campus Ministry at Rutgers Web: episcopal.rutgers.edu Office: 732.932.1278 E-mail: bezilla@rci.rutgers.edu Canterbury House 5 Mine St. New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1111 From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 13 10:33:44 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Fri Nov 13 10:35:07 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Madrigal Concert and Dinner at Epiphany - Ventnor Message-ID: <58E16D15265B4CC8AFBB1339E915FDFF@capital.local> THE DOUG MURDOCK MEISTERSINGERS and THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY present The Third Annual Madrigal Concert and Dinner Come join us for a magical night of Renaissance music, dance, revelry, poetry, food and fun. Saturday, December 5 at 6:30 p.m. 6605 Atlantic Avenue, Ventnor NJ Donation: $35 Reservations are required. Tickets available by calling: 609 377-5460 Feel free to join us in period costume! From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 13 15:16:58 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Fri Nov 13 15:18:24 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Upcoming events Message-ID: <710B8B45F41E495BB383C645F47C0BBB@capital.local> 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 Espa?ol disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request. When Saturday, November 14 from 9am to 3pm Cost No cost, continental breakfast and lunch provided Where Holy Trinity Episcopal Church t 11 North Monroe Avenue t Wenonah, New Jersey 08090 t 856 468-0290 Contact Annette Buchanan, 732 918-8023 or annbuc2000@cs.com or he Reverend Sheelagh Clarke, 908 317-5424 or sheelaghclarke@hotmail.com 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. When Saturday, November 21. Registration at 8:30am, begins at 9am and ends at 3pm Cost $5, lunch provided Where Trinity Cathedral t 801 West State Street t Trenton, New Jersey 08618 t 609 392-3805 Deadline Register by Monday, November 16 Register Online here or email spaige@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Sarah Paige, 609 394-5281, ext. 10. Contact Kevin Thompson, 732 778-7847 or Kjt1206@aol.com 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 Espa?ol disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request. When Friday, December 4, from 5pm to Saturday, December 5 at 4pm Cost $25, overnight accommodations, dinner, continental breakfast, and lunch provided Where St. Marguerite?s Retreat House, Community of St. John Baptist t 82 West Main Street t Mendham, New Jersey 07945 t 973 543-4641, ext. 100 Deadline Register by Friday, November 13, overnight registration is limited. Please register early. Register Online here or email spaige@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Sarah Paige, 609 394-5281, ext. 10. Contact Annette Buchanan, 732 918-8023 or annbuc2000@cs.com or The Reverend Sheelagh Clarke, 908 317-5424 or sheelaghclarke@hotmail.com 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! When Wednesday, December 9 from 6:30pm to 9pm Cost None, dinner provided Where Diocesan House t 808 West State Street t Trenton, New Jersey 08618 t 609 394-5281 Deadline Register by Monday, December 7 Register Online at newjerseyyouth.org or send email to dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone the Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, 609 394-5281, ext. 37. Contact The Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, 609 394-5281, ext. 37 or dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org 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. When Thursday, December 10, coffee at 9:30am, program 10am to 3pm Cost None, lunch provided Where Trinity Cathedral t 801 West State Street t Trenton, New Jersey 08016 t 609 392-3805 Deadline Register by Monday, November 30 Register Online here or email calvarez@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Cecilia Alvarez, 609 394-5281, ext. 22 Contact The Reverend Dr. Gina Walsh-Minor, 732 471-0990 or gwalshminor@comcast.net 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. _____ Sarah Paige Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 609-394-5281 x10 spaige@newjersey.anglican.org www.newjersey.anglican.org This email, from the Diocese of New Jersey, may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or both. Such information is intended for the use of person or organization addressed in the TO: field or copied in the CC: fields. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email immediately. If you're not the intended recipient, please be advised that any use of the information in this email is prohibited, and may constitute an invasion of the privacy of the intended recipient. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 13 17:05:15 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 13 17:06:39 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] December 6 Message-ID: St. Luke's Episcopal Church 182 Main St. P.O. Box 605 Gladstone, NJ 07934 908-234-0002 Contact: Rev. Kent R. Walley Phone: (908) 234-0002 November 12, 2009 St. Luke's OFFERS LESSONS AND CAROLS TO FEATURE NEW ORGAN GLADSTONE, NEW JERSEY, NOVEMBER 12, 2009: St. Luke's Episcopal Church of Gladstone is presenting a traditional, English, Festival of Lessons and Carols to celebrate its new organ on Sunday, December 6th at 4 PM. The service, which includes the traditional telling of the Christmas story through both Scripture readings and music, was first introduced in 1928 at the chapel of King's College in Cambridge, England, and has become one of the most beloved of all Christmas offerings. Featured at this service will be music of Ord, Willcocks, Darke, Stewart, and others, as well as traditional carols and hymns for both Choir and Congregation. St. Luke's new organ was installed in October and is manufactured by R.A. Colby Inc. of Johnson City, Tennessee. Built in the style of an E.M. Skinner pipe organ, this entirely digital instrument features the latest in organ sampling and tonal production from one of the industry leaders, Robert Walker of Philadelphia, PA. Walker's other installations include several large churches in the region including the Presbyterian Church on the Green in Morristown, and St. Paul's, Chestnut Hill, PA. St. Bernard's Episcopal Church in Bernardsville also has a Colby organ that is a combination digital and pipe. St. Luke's new organ features three manuals and the equivalent of 58 ranks. The service of lessons and carols will feature the St. Luke's choir and music under the direction of David Lamb, Organist and Director of Music at St. Luke's. Mr. Lamb is a former Fulbright scholar, as well as a Fellow of Trinity College in London, and was Assistant Organist of Ripon Cathedral, North Yorkshire, England. He has served at a number of large parishes and cathedrals, before joining the staff of St. Luke's last year. The public is cordially invited to attend this event and to experience the new organ. St. Luke's Episcopal Church is located at 182 Main St. in Gladstone. There is no charge for admission, but a freewill offering will be received. There will be a Christmas reception immediately following in St. Luke's fellowship hall. For more information contact the St. Luke's parish office at 908-234-0002. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 13 17:38:29 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 13 17:39:53 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Princeton Girl Choir comes to Trinity Cathedral Message-ID: Young Members of Princeton Girl choir and The Alleluia and Celebration Singers of Nassau Presbyterian Church to Benefit the American Cancer Society and the Bristol-Myers Squibb Children's Hospital November 14, 2009, at Trinity Cathedral The Grace Notes and Semi-Tones of the Princeton Girlchoir and their guests, The Alleluia and Celebration Singers of Nassau Presbyterian Church, are performing an hour-long benefit concert on November 14, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Cathedral, Trenton, New Jersey, to benefit the American Cancer Society and the Bristol-Myers Squibb Children's Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Admission is by donation only. No tickets will be sold for this event and those in need may attend free of charge. Trinity Cathedral is located at 801 W. State Street in Trenton, NJ. Children Making a Difference The program, Children Making a Difference, will feature two of the Princeton Girlchoir's preparatory choirs, the Grace Notes (34 choristers) and the Semi-Tones (45 choristers), directed by Melissa Malvar-Keylock and accompanied by Rebecca Olsson. Joining the Girlchoir will be their guests, The Alleluia and Celebration Singers of Nassau Presbyterian Church directed by Sue Ellen Page. In return for a wonderful program featuring inspirational songs from each group, patrons are asked to bring items on the wish list provided by the BMS hospital. "The Princeton Girlchoir's goal is to remind everyone that people of every age can make a difference in our world," says Ms. Malvar-Keylock, the concert's organizer. "We are teaching our singers, from third through eighth grade, that regardless of age, financial situation, or abilities, we can all do our part to make the world a better place. The nearly one hundred singers who are participating in this concert will learn first-hand that they are not too young to use their talents to help people in their own community and around the world." 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 Mon Nov 16 12:45:47 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 16 12:47:13 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Music at Historic Christ Church Message-ID: <40F715A8E98649FFA621F555319AFB23@capital.local> Music at Historic Christ Church 5 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey Regular concerts offered to the community by one of the area's oldest and most historic churches. Come and enjoy live music making in this beautiful and peaceful downtown setting. This Week Sunday, November 15 Evensong and Recital at 4 o'clock Rutgers Collegium Musicum Andrew Kirkman, conductor Crist?bal de Morales: O sacrum convivium Elzear Genet: Salve regina Morales: Spem in alium Carpentras: Alma redemptoris mater Costanzo Festa: Ecce advenit dominator Morales:Exaltata est Sancta Dei Genitrix Festa: Ecce iste venit Next Sunday, November 29 First Sunday of Advent Andrew Filippone, trumpet Trent Johnson, piano Find out more about worship, education, outreach and other offerings: Christ Church Check out the organ on the web: Richards, Fowkes & Co. Opus 12 Find out more about dining and other events in downtown New Brunswick: New Brunswick City Market 'Everyone is welcome here!' HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH' Sunday, December 6 at 3 p.m. Christ Church Choir New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra SOLOISTS: Jolle Greenleaf Drew Minter Frederick Urrey Peter Becker STATE THEATRE 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick TICKETS: Call 732.246.SHOW or visit the website here. ________________ Contact Information Christ Church Music Office 732.545.6262 ext. 3 From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 16 12:52:20 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Mon Nov 16 12:53:45 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Prayers Message-ID: <5CB757B18CE24E8F9D99DCA7F60AB6A0@capital.local> Fr. Frank Goss' brother, Anthony, age 53, died on Tuesday, November 10th after battling cancer for a number of years. Please keep the Goss family in your prayers. Canon William Paul's wife, Marfa, died on Thursday, November 12th. Please keep the Paul family in your prayers. May their souls and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Sarah Paige Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 609-394-5281 x10 spaige@newjersey.anglican.org www.newjersey.anglican.org This email, from the Diocese of New Jersey, may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or both. Such information is intended for the use of person or organization addressed in the TO: field or copied in the CC: fields. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email immediately. If you're not the intended recipient, please be advised that any use of the information in this email is prohibited, and may constitute an invasion of the privacy of the intended recipient. From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 17 13:07:03 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Tue Nov 17 13:08:29 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Acolyte Festival-Save the Date Message-ID: <78C6130FFEDA47C4A2701154C6A0BABB@capital.local> Save the Date!!! The tenth annual Acolyte Festival of the Diocese of New Jersey will be held Saturday, February 13, 2010 at Trinity Cathedral in Trenton. The theme of this year's day-long event will be the Holy Spirit working in our lives. Don't miss the opportunity to celebrate the ministry of the acolytes in your parish. Brochures and registration forms will be available on the diocesan website beginning December 1. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 17 16:09:51 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 17 16:11:17 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Advent Choral Evensongs Message-ID: Sent for Fr. Matthew L. Buterbaugh+ St. John's, New Brunswick stjohnrector@gmail.com _________________________________ Church of St. John the Evangelist New Brunswick Advent Choral Evensongs Saturdays @ 5pm November 28th December 5th December 12th December 19th Simple Soup Supper to follow. From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 17 16:38:46 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Tue Nov 17 16:40:18 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Forms available on Diocesan website Message-ID: <3FF22A778E244AB79420CDFF3DE40392@capital.local> Note: The following forms are now available on the diocesan website, www.newjersey.anglican.org. Go to 'For LAITY, CLERGY, CHURCHES' in the left column and click on Documents, resources, forms. Some forms can be filled in online and submitted electronically while others need to be printed, filled in and mailed or faxed. Please be mindful of the deadlines. Clerical Compensation Forms Loan and Grant JOP Turner Harriet Proctor Matthews Van Duzer Scholarship Anti-Racism Survey Church Officials Deputies Certification Additionally, by going to the left column and clicking on Diocesan Convention under 'ABOUT the DIOCESE', you may register for the 226th Diocesan Convention. If you have an questions or concerns, please contact Sarah Paige at spaige@newjersey. anglican.org . Sarah Paige Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 609-394-5281 x10 spaige@newjersey.anglican.org www.newjersey.anglican.org This email, from the Diocese of New Jersey, may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or both. Such information is intended for the use of person or organization addressed in the TO: field or copied in the CC: fields. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email immediately. If you're not the intended recipient, please be advised that any use of the information in this email is prohibited, and may constitute an invasion of the privacy of the intended recipient. From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 18 08:38:20 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Wed Nov 18 08:39:46 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Report of the Task Force on Restructure Message-ID: <3E2DB70BFCA94AD5B77A4BBD5C293798@capital.local> Release of the report of the Task Force on Restructure In the wake of the 2008-09 financial crisis, the Bishop and Diocesan Council recommended a budget to the 2009 Diocesan Convention that drew on $400,000 of diocesan cash surpluses and up to $122,000 from the principal of the Harriet Procter Matthews Fund to balance the budget. Recognizing that this was not a viable long term strategy, Bishop Councell appointed a Task Force on Restructure in Spring 2008 and charged them with exploring these questions: . Funding the Mission of the Diocese in hard times; . Tying funding to the core commitments of the Mission of the Diocese and the Diocesan Vision; . Offering options / making recommendations to Diocesan Council and the Finance & Budget Committee for their use in preparing the 2010 budget for the Diocese. The task force report was presented to Diocesan Council on 17 November 2009. It's now made available as a PDF to everyone in the diocese who is interested. The report can be viewed and downloaded here: http://newjersey.anglican.org/Diocese/Misc/2009TaskForceRpt-full.pdf Sarah Paige Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 609-394-5281 x10 spaige@newjersey.anglican.org www.newjersey.anglican.org This email, from the Diocese of New Jersey, may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or both. Such information is intended for the use of person or organization addressed in the TO: field or copied in the CC: fields. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email immediately. If you're not the intended recipient, please be advised that any use of the information in this email is prohibited, and may constitute an invasion of the privacy of the intended recipient. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 19 09:57:45 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 19 09:59:11 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Feast of Saint Andrew Luncheon Message-ID: <422C0A5446754141BCCF25DE3E953E87@capital.local> Feast of Saint Andrew Luncheon The Brotherhood of Saint Andrew is pleased to invite everyone to their Saint Andrew's Day Luncheon to be held following the Sunday 10:00AM Eucharist on November 22, 2009. Lunch is on us to thank everyone for their support over the last year, admission will be in the form of an unwrapped child's toy (ages NB-18). These toys will be donated to local children's charity in December. We hope you can join us! Maryanne Charlton-Parish Secretary The Church of the Good Shepherd 315 Highland Terrace Pitman, NJ 08071 856-589-8209 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 19 10:16:51 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 19 10:18:17 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] General Convention DVDs now available Message-ID: <6ED09980803D4ADB9091707FA3495FEF@capital.local> The Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs General Convention DVDs now available Sermons, daily video news wrap-ups [November 19, 2009] DVDs featuring all the sermons and daily highlights of The Episcopal Church's General Convention 2009 are now available through Episcopal Books and Resources. The DVDs are ideal for adult forums, Sunday school classes, evangelism, Advent or Lenten reflections, Bible study, discussion groups, or as a commemorative item. The content of the DVDs originally appeared on the Media Hub, the innovative technology system by the Office of Communications which delivered the full story of the two weeks of General Convention (GC09) through videos, blogging, twitter, flickr, and live webcasting. GC09 was held July 8 to July 17 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. General Convention, held every three years, is the bicameral governing body of the church and is comprised of the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies, with clergy and lay representatives from the 110 dioceses. Sermons from Daily Eucharists The videos of all the sermons from the daily Eucharists are contained on three DVDs. "We've had hundreds of people ask about the sermons and how they may be able to view them," explained Mike Collins, director of digital media. "Each preacher was powerful and delivered relevant messages, and we felt it was important to provide a means for sharing these messages." The eight preachers ranged from Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori and Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams to a popular TV correspondent and an internationally-known activist. The sermons were centered on a designated theme for the day. The preachers, themes and days were: Wednesday, July 8: preacher was Presiding Bishop Jefferts Schori. Thursday, July 9: theme was God's People; preacher was the Archbishop of Canterbury. Friday, July 10: theme was Unity; preacher was President of the House of Deputies Bonnie Anderson. Saturday, July 11: theme was Hospitality; preacher was Ray Suarez, senior correspondent for PBS's NewsHour with Jim Lehrer and formerly of NPR's Talk of the Nation. Sunday, July 12 was the main General Convention Eucharist and the Ingathering for the United Thank Offering (UTO), a mission and grant-awarding program of The Episcopal Church. Presiding Bishop Jefferts Schori preached. Monday, July 13: theme was Domestic Poverty; preacher was Courtney Cowart, Director of Advocacy and Community Affairs for the Office of Disaster Response in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana. Tuesday, July 14: theme was the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs); preacher was Abagail Nelson, Senior Vice President of Programs for Episcopal Relief and Development. Wednesday, July 15: theme was Creation and Environment; preacher was Bishop Steve Charleston, former Dean of Episcopal Divinity School. Thursday, July 16: theme was Evangelism; preacher was Brian D. McLaren, internationally known speaker and activist and author of important works including Finding Our Way Again, and Everything Must Change: Jesus, Global Crisis, and a Revolution of Hope. Friday, July 17: Presiding Bishop Jefferts Schori preached at the closing Eucharist. Daily Video News Wrap-ups The Daily Wrap DVD features the daily video news wrap-ups produced by The Episcopal Church's Office of Communication, providing an overview of General Convention from start to finish. The wrap-ups were written and presented by Heidi Shott, Canon for Communications and Social Justice for the Diocese of Maine and a member of the GC09 digital team. "Each wrap-up told the stories, the news, the highlights and the impacts of that day's actions," Collins explained. "The wrap-ups provided the feel and offered the viewers a complete understanding of what it was like to be at GC09 without going to California." To purchase The three-DVD set of Sermons is $20.00. The Daily Wrap DVD is $17.00. A 20% discount is available when buying both or two or more of each. Shipping and handling charges will apply. To order, contact Episcopal Books and Resources via email at ebr@episcopalchurch.org, phone 800 903-5544, or www.episcopalbookstore.org. The Episcopal Church welcomes all who worship Jesus Christ in 109 dioceses and three regional areas in 16 nations. The Episcopal Church is a member province of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org IamEpiscopalian: http://www.iamepiscopalian.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/episcopalian Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamepiscopalian YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/TECtube For more info contact: Neva Rae Fox Public Affairs Officer The Episcopal Church newsline@episcopalchurch.org 212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 19 18:17:06 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 19 18:18:31 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon Message-ID: <627559AE3F4440C2A0C949C8FFFE7681@capital.local> Sent for Church of the Advent Cape May -------------------------------------------------------- "Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon" Saturday, December 5, from 9 to 2 Church of the Advent, 612 Franklin Street, Cape May. Crafts, gifts, baked goods. An old fashioned church fair. Luncheon includes soups and chili. directions at www.capemayadvent.org " From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 19 22:36:32 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 19 22:37:58 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Prayers needed... Message-ID: Please pray: The Rev. Richard Wisniewski, Deacon, has been hospitalized in St. Peter's New Brunswick for the past week following gall bladder surgery. Please keep Rich and his wife Sarah in your prayers as his doctors discern why he has been running a fever since the surgery. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 20 08:46:04 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 20 08:47:31 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Healing Mission Message-ID: Sent for Stefanie Rotsaert 732 350-2904 ----------------------------------------- The Healing Hand of Christ chapter of the Order of St. Luke is holding a healing mission on Sat. April 17th, 2010, at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, Whiting, New Jersey. Our missioner will be the Rt. Rev. Carol Gallagher. The title of the mission is "The Spirit of Healing". Music will be by "Creation". Christ Church of Toms River, OSL chapter will assist. For more information contact Stefanie Rotsaert, chair at 732-350-2904 or Sharon Lee, Co Chair at surprise507@hotmail.com. or732-350-1879. ---------- From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 20 08:47:52 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 20 08:49:19 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Marketing Materials Available Message-ID: <8C1F05FB2370487A972C6255A43F4453@capital.local> The Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs Marketing materials available focusing on "The Episcopal Church Welcomes You" Ad in today's USA Today [November 20, 2009] Marketing materials focusing on the welcoming nature of The Episcopal Church are available to dioceses, congregations and provinces from The Episcopal Church Office of Communication. As example of outreach and evangelism, The Episcopal Church ad was featured on page 9A in the Friday, November 20 edition of USA Today, receiving national exposure. The print ad in various sizes centering on "The Episcopal Church Welcomes You" was designed for local and regional use. The ad is also available in Spanish. The ads are available here: http://www.episcopalchurch.org/adcollaborative.htm "We want to herald and share our welcoming message," explained Anne Rudig, Director of Communication. "The work delves into our identity, our core beliefs, and our heritage in a manner that invites all to share. "In the past few weeks, news about various religions has focused more about who's excluded from certain practices than who is included," Rudig said. "We follow Christ and believe that he's very clear that all are welcome. We strive to 'love our neighbors as ourselves'." "We are celebrating the fact The Episcopal Church recognizes that God doesn't differentiate between the gifts of men or women, lay or ordained," said the Rev. Canon Dr. Charles Robertson, canon to the Presiding Bishop and Primate. "We want people to know who we are and to make their own, informed decisions." The ads are available to dioceses, congregations and provinces at no cost. Additionally, space is provided for customization of local church and web site address. "We encourage dioceses and congregations to place these ads in their local media outlets," Rudig said. "These are important tools in our efforts to tell our own story." Rudig added that this effort is the first in a series of materials that will be available as an overall communication strategy for The Episcopal Church is developed. "We want to be bolder and more proactive about letting people know that The Episcopal Church has so much to offer," said Robertson. "Our message continues to be that we welcome you into this adventurous life and reasonable faith in Christ...whoever 'you' may be." The Episcopal Church welcomes all who worship Jesus Christ in 109 dioceses and three regional areas in 16 nations. The Episcopal Church is a member province of the worldwide Anglican Communion. # # # # The Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org IamEpiscopalian: http://www.iamepiscopalian.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/episcopalian Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamepiscopalian YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/TECtube # # # # For more info contact: Neva Rae Fox Public Affairs Officer The Episcopal Church newsline@episcopalchurch.org 212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 20 13:03:51 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 20 13:05:17 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Refurbished computers Message-ID: <7B3DF6189F554C9AA7F5385F3F9689E6@capital.local> Teamchildren has 1,000 low cost refurbished computers for families, schools or organizations. We have reduced our administrative fees for the holidays. Please call Robert Toporek, 484-744-1868 for an application. AND DO PLEASE HELP US PASS THE WORD... Robert Toporek 484-744-1868 www.teamchildren.com From spaige at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 20 15:44:27 2009 From: spaige at newjersey.anglican.org (Sarah Paige) Date: Fri Nov 20 15:45:52 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Upcoming Events Message-ID: <43800C915BF947A68A5D71AE2F1167C7@capital.local> 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. When Saturday, November 21. Registration at 8:30am, begins at 9am and ends at 3pm Cost $5, lunch provided Where Trinity Cathedral t 801 West State Street t Trenton, New Jersey 08618 t 609 392-3805 Contact Kevin Thompson, 732 778-7847 or Kjt1206@aol.com 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 Espa?ol disponible. Simultaneous Spanish translation available upon request. When Friday, December 4, from 5pm to Saturday, December 5 at 4pm Cost $25, overnight accommodations, dinner, continental breakfast, and lunch provided Where St. Marguerite?s Retreat House, Community of St. John Baptist t 82 West Main Street t Mendham, New Jersey 07945 t 973 543-4641, ext. 100 Deadline Registration full! Contact Annette Buchanan, 732 918-8023 or annbuc2000@cs.com or The Reverend Sheelagh Clarke, 908 317-5424 or sheelaghclarke@hotmail.com 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! When Wednesday, December 9 from 6:30pm to 9pm Cost None, dinner provided Where Diocesan House t 808 West State Street t Trenton, New Jersey 08618 t 609 394-5281 Deadline Register by Monday, December 7 Register Online at newjerseyyouth.org or send email to dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone the Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, 609 394-5281, ext. 37. Contact The Reverend Debi Clarke, Deacon, 609 394-5281, ext. 37 or dclarke@newjersey.anglican.org 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. When Thursday, December 10, coffee at 9:30am, program 10am to 3pm Cost None, lunch provided Where Trinity Cathedral t 801 West State Street t Trenton, New Jersey 08016 t 609 392-3805 Deadline Register by Monday, November 30 Register Online here or email calvarez@newjersey.anglican.org. Or fax registration form to 609 394-9546, mail form, or phone Cecilia Alvarez, 609 394-5281, ext. 22 Contact The Reverend Dr. Gina Walsh-Minor, 732 471-0990 or gwalshminor@comcast.net 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. Sarah Paige Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 609-394-5281 x10 spaige@newjersey.anglican.org www.newjersey.anglican.org This email, from the Diocese of New Jersey, may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or both. Such information is intended for the use of person or organization addressed in the TO: field or copied in the CC: fields. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email immediately. If you're not the intended recipient, please be advised that any use of the information in this email is prohibited, and may constitute an invasion of the privacy of the intended recipient. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Fri Nov 20 19:55:58 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Fri Nov 20 19:57:23 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Attention Message-ID: <32FF279EC65646ADA40400B18D13684E@capital.local> ATTENTION!! ATTENTION!! The Nomination Committee of the Diocese of New Jersey has the following positions still open and need to be filled. Please review and consider them carefully and submit a completed nomination application via our newjersey.anglican.org web site. If you do not have access to this web site please feel free to contact Ann Notte or myself for assistance. The deadline for application submission has been extended to DEC. 18, but please apply soon. Thank you. Diocesan Council - 3 lay needed for 3 years, 1 for 1 yr. unexpired term; 3 Clergy needed for 3 yr. term Cathedral Chapter - 2 clergy needed for 3 yr. term; 1 lay needed for 3 yr. term Standing Commission on Clerical Compensation - 2 clergy needed for 3 yr. term Standing Commission on Clerical Comp.- 2 lay needed for 3 yr. term Finance and Budget - 2 needed (clergy or lay) for 3 yr. term Audit Committee- 2 needed (clergy or lay) for 2 3 yr. term. Diocesan Review Comm. Clergy needed for 2- 3 yr. terms, 1- 1 yr. unexpired term Trial Court- 4 clergy needed for 3 yr. term Trial Court- 3 lay needed for 3 yr. term Church Attorney - 1 needed for 1 year term Your immediate attention to this matter will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Rev. Petrina Pyatt Chair, Nomination Committee From kshort at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 24 09:23:13 2009 From: kshort at newjersey.anglican.org (Kep Short) Date: Tue Nov 24 09:24:31 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Bishops' Ball and GREAT music Message-ID: Hi There Clergy and Laity of NJ, I hope this email finds you all well this Thanksgiving. On Friday, January 22nd, the Diocese of New Jersey will celebrate the 51st Bishops' Ball from 8pm to midnight at Trinity Cathedral in Trenton. Bishops' Ball is a long-standing tradition of gathering for music, food, and fellowship and raising money for a worthy cause. This event is for 9-12 graders and their adult sponsors. We are bringing in a fantastic Episcopal rock band - The Sloan River Project! You can hear some of their music here and read more about the Ball (as well as buy tickets soon) here . The Sloan River Project is looking for a NJ location to put on a concert that Saturday night (Jan. 23). If your congregation is interested, please let me know. They are low-maintenance, have all their own sound gear, are used to all kinds of large and small venues, and put on a great show. All they ask is a modest honorarium to help cover their expenses. This would be a great show for any congregation or group of congregations. Hope to see you and your youth at the Ball on January 22nd! Peace, Kep Canon Kep Short Director of Youth Ministry The Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey 808 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618 (toll-free) 1-877-394-5281 ext. 36 (fax) 1-609-394-9546 www.newjerseyyouth.org This email, from the Diocese of New Jersey, may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or both. Such information is intended for the use of person or organization addressed in the TO: field or copied in the CC: fields. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email immediately. If you're not the intended recipient, please be advised that any use of the information in this email is prohibited, and may constitute an invasion of the privacy of the intended recipient. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 24 10:23:37 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 24 10:24:54 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Presiding Bishop's Statement for World AIDS Day Message-ID: <41915F9E75E54BA49EFE6CF0C9600DE3@capital.local> The Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs Presiding Bishop's Statement for World AIDS Day 2009 "World AIDS Day is an excellent opportunity to evaluate the ways in which your congregation and community are welcoming and serving those living with the disease." [November 24, 2009] The following is The Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori's statement for World AIDS Day 2009. ___________________________ December 1 each year is World AIDS Day, an occasion both to remember the 25 million beloved children of God who have lost their lives to the pandemic over the past three decades, and to rededicate ourselves to building a future without AIDS. This year, new challenges both at home and abroad remind us again of the costly work that remains in the world's fight to eradicate AIDS. In poorer countries around the world, stemming the spread of HIV/AIDS has proven the most difficult of the eight Millennium Development Goals and the one that threatens to undermine progress toward all the others. More than 33 million people continue to live with HIV/AIDS around the world, and nearly three million are newly infected each year. The global economic crisis has made matters worse, pushing as many as 100 million more people below the poverty line. Their futures are more at risk than ever, yet their interests have rarely been considered in wealthier nations' political conversations about the economic crisis. Last year, the U.S. Congress made an historic commitment to the battle against AIDS in poor countries, promising to triple our nation's commitment to fighting AIDS abroad over the next five years. That promise has dimmed as federal resources have grown scarcer and political conversations have focused on domestic need. President Obama's first federal budget, released earlier this year, failed to keep pace with Congress's 2008 financial commitments to fighting AIDS abroad, and slowed the growth of those efforts from previous years. As we approach a new federal budget cycle this winter, Americans must send a clear message to the Administration that in spite of economic challenges at home, our nation cannot retreat from our commitments to fight poverty and disease abroad. In the United States, HIV/AIDS has lost much of its visibility in the past decade with many Americans growing complacent about the threat of the disease. It is not always immediately obvious who in our communities is suffering from HIV/AIDS, and the stigma of diagnosis further isolates and alienates those who need our love and support. As Christians, our ministry to those living with HIV/AIDS in our communities is more essential than ever. World AIDS Day is an excellent opportunity to evaluate the ways in which your congregation and community are welcoming and serving those living with the disease. President Obama announced an enormously encouraging initiative, Act Against AIDS, earlier this year as a five-year, $45 million effort aimed at enhancing AIDS awareness within the United States. While the initial funding is small, this initiative is a much needed response to the diminishing public awareness of the AIDS crisis in our own communities. The Episcopal Church has shown distinguished leadership on this issue through the years and, despite current challenges, I fervently hope that our combined witness and advocacy will continue to grow. I urge all Episcopalians to join our Church's advocacy efforts by becoming members of the Episcopal Public Policy Network www.episcopalchurch.org/eppn and I commend the work of the National Episcopal AIDS Coalition ( www.neac.org ), which, for several decades has helped to keep this issue visible within The Episcopal Church. Christians around the world enter the season of Advent this weekend, and together we wait in hope for the coming of the Redeemer. An ancient antiphon for the season addresses the coming Christ as "the King of the nations, and their desire, the cornerstone uniting all people." Let our prayer in this holy season be that the God who dwells among us, suffers and dies, yet rises again, will unite the will of all peoples to work toward finally conquering HIV/AIDS. The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori Presiding Bishop The Episcopal Church ______________________________ The Episcopal Church welcomes all who worship Jesus Christ in 109 dioceses and three regional areas in 16 nations. The Episcopal Church is a member province of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org IamEpiscopalian: http://www.iamepiscopalian.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/episcopalian Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamepiscopalian YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/TECtube # # # # For more info contact: Neva Rae Fox Public Affairs Officer The Episcopal Church newsline@episcopalchurch.org 212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 24 16:28:21 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 24 16:29:37 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Notice Message-ID: ATTENTION! ATTENTION! The Nomination Committee of the Diocese of New Jersey has the following positions still open and need to be filled. Please review and consider them carefully and submit a completed nomination application via our newjersey.anglican.org web site. Go to the Diocese of New Jersey website (www.newjersey.anglican.org ) and in the left column click on 'Diocesan Convention' . An attractive convention page will come up and you can click on the 'Nominating Committee' icon for the information and form to submit. If you do not have access to this web site please feel free to contact Ann Notte or myself for assistance. The deadline for application submission has been extended to DEC. 18, but please apply soon. For information on any of the offices to be filled, please contact me at pniknu@aol.com. Thank you. Please consider nominating for these offices: Diocesan Council 3 lay needed for 3 years, 1 for 1 yr. unexpired term; 3 Clergy needed for 3 yr. term Cathedral Chapter 2 clergy needed for 3 yr. term; 1 lay needed for 3 yr. term Standing Commission on Clerical Compensation 2 clergy needed for 3 yr. term Standing Commission on Clerical Compensation 2 lay needed for 3 yr. term Finance and Budget 2 needed (clergy or lay) for 3 yr. term Audit Committee 2 needed (clergy or lay) for 2 3 yr. term. Diocesan Review Committee Clergy needed for 2- 3 yr. terms, 1- 1 yr. unexpired term Trial Court 4 clergy needed for 1 yr. as member, 2 yrs. as alternate Trial Court 3 lay needed for 1 yr. as member, 2 yrs. as alternate Church Attorney - 1 needed for 1 year term Your immediate attention to this matter will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Rev. Petrina Pyatt Chair, Nomination Committee pniknu@aol.com From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Tue Nov 24 21:22:29 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Tue Nov 24 21:23:44 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] =?iso-8859-1?q?D=EDa_Mundial_del_SIDA_2009?= Message-ID: <7973D8FAD90148C5B853CD31A579DB20@capital.local> The Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs D?a Mundial del SIDA 2009 Por Katharine Jefferts Schori Obispa Presidenta Iglesia Episcopal Todos los a?os, el primero de diciembre es el D?a Mundial del SIDA, una ocasi?n tanto para recordar los 25 millones de hijos amados de Dios que han perdido la vida debido a la pandemia durante las ?ltimas tres d?cadas, como para volver a dedicarnos a la construcci?n de un futuro sin SIDA. Este a?o, nuevos retos, tanto en casa como en el extranjero, nos recuerdan de nuevo el costoso trabajo que queda por hacer en la lucha mundial para erradicar el SIDA En los pa?ses m?s pobres de todo el mundo, detener la expansi?n del VIH/SIDA ha demostrado ser el m?s dif?cil de los ocho Objetivos del Milenio para el Desarrollo y el que amenaza con socavar el progreso hacia todos los dem?s. M?s de 33 millones de personas contin?an viviendo con VIH/SIDA en todo el mundo, y casi tres millones son infectadas por primera vez cada a?o. La crisis econ?mica global ha empeorado la situaci?n, colocando hasta a 100 millones m?s de personas bajo el nivel de la pobreza. Su futuro se encuentra en mayor riesgo que nunca, sin embargo, sus intereses raramente han sido considerados en las conversaciones pol?ticas de las naciones m?s ricas sobre la crisis econ?mica. El a?o pasado, el Congreso de Estados Unidos hizo un compromiso hist?rico de luchar contra el SIDA en los pa?ses pobres, prometiendo triplicar el compromiso de nuestra naci?n para combatir el SIDA en el extranjero durante los cinco pr?ximos a?os. Esa promesa se ha atenuado a medida de que los recursos federales han disminuido y las conversaciones pol?ticas se han centrado en las necesidades nacionales. El primer presupuesto federal del Presidente Obama, publicado al principio del a?o, fall? en mantener el paso con los compromisos financieros del Congreso del 2008 para combatir el SIDA en el extranjero, y disminuy? el crecimiento de esos esfuerzos sobre a?os anteriores. A medida que nos acercamos a un nuevo ciclo de presupuesto federal este invierno, los norteamericanos deben enviar un mensaje claro a la Administraci?n de que, a pesar de los retos econ?micos que tenemos en casa, nuestra naci?n no puede abandonar nuestro compromiso de luchar contra la pobreza y la enfermedad en el extranjero. En Estados Unidos, VIH/SIDA ha perdido mucha visibilidad en la ?ltima d?cada ya que muchos estadounidenses se han vuelto complacientes sobre la amenaza de la enfermedad. No siempre es inmediatamente evidente qui?n en nuestras comunidades sufre del VIH/SIDA, y el estigma del diagn?stico a?sla y aliena cada vez m?s a aquellos que necesitan nuestro amor y apoyo. Como cristianos, nuestro ministerio hacia los que viven con VIH/SIDA en nuestras comunidades es m?s esencial que nunca. El D?a Mundial del SIDA es una oportunidad excelente para evaluar la forma en que su congregaci?n y comunidad recibe y sirve a quienes viven con la enfermedad. El Presidente Obama, al principio de este a?o, anunci? una iniciativa sumamente alentadora, Ley Contra el SIDA, un esfuerzo de $45 millones orientado a intensificar la concientizaci?n dentro de Estados Unidos durante un per?odo de cinco a?os. Mientras que la financiaci?n inicial es peque?a, esta iniciativa es una respuesta muy necesaria a la disminuci?n de la concientizaci?n p?blica de la crisis del SIDA en nuestras propias comunidades. La Iglesia Episcopal ha demostrado un liderazgo extraordinario en este tema a trav?s de los a?os y, a pesar de los retos actuales, espero fervientemente que nuestro testimonio y abogac?a, juntos, contin?en creciendo. Insto a los episcopales a unirse a los esfuerzos de abogac?a de nuestra Iglesia haci?ndose miembros de la Red Episcopal de Pol?ticas P?blicas (www.episcopalchurch.org/eppn), y elogio el trabajo de la Coalici?n Nacional sobre el SIDA Episcopal ( www.neac.org ), que, durante varias d?cadas ha contribuido a mantener este tema visible dentro de la Iglesia Episcopal Los cristianos de todo el mundo entran en la estaci?n del Adviento este fin de semana, y juntos esperamos con esperanza la venida del Redentor. Una ant?fona antigua para esta estaci?n se refiere a la venida de Cristo como ?el Rey de las naciones, y su deseo, la piedra angular que une a todos los pueblos?. Que nuestra oraci?n en esta estaci?n santa sea que el Dios que mora entre nosotros, sufre y muere, sin embargo resucita de nuevo, una las voluntades de todos los pueblos para trabajar a fin de finalmente conquistar el VIH/SIDA. ----------------------------- The Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org IamEpiscopalian: http://www.iamepiscopalian.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/episcopalian Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamepiscopalian YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/TECtube # # # # For more info contact: Neva Rae Fox Public Affairs Officer The Episcopal Church newsline@episcopalchurch.org 212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659 From lfish at newjersey.anglican.org Wed Nov 25 08:33:56 2009 From: lfish at newjersey.anglican.org (lfish@newjersey.anglican.org) Date: Wed Nov 25 08:34:04 2009 Subject: =?UTF-8?Q?RE:=20[DioNJ=20Announcements]=20D=C3=ADa=20Mundial=20del=20SID?= =?UTF-8?Q?A=202009?= In-Reply-To: <7973D8FAD90148C5B853CD31A579DB20@capital.local> References: <7973D8FAD90148C5B853CD31A579DB20@capital.local> Message-ID: <1259156036.871128420@192.168.2.227> Couldn't have said it better myself. -----Original Message----- From: "Ann Notte" Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 9:22pm To: "'Announcements'" Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] D?a Mundial del SIDA 2009 The Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs D?a Mundial del SIDA 2009 Por Katharine Jefferts Schori Obispa Presidenta Iglesia Episcopal Todos los a?os, el primero de diciembre es el D?a Mundial del SIDA, una ocasi?n tanto para recordar los 25 millones de hijos amados de Dios que han perdido la vida debido a la pandemia durante las ?ltimas tres d?cadas, como para volver a dedicarnos a la construcci?n de un futuro sin SIDA. Este a?o, nuevos retos, tanto en casa como en el extranjero, nos recuerdan de nuevo el costoso trabajo que queda por hacer en la lucha mundial para erradicar el SIDA En los pa?ses m?s pobres de todo el mundo, detener la expansi?n del VIH/SIDA ha demostrado ser el m?s dif?cil de los ocho Objetivos del Milenio para el Desarrollo y el que amenaza con socavar el progreso hacia todos los dem?s. M?s de 33 millones de personas contin?an viviendo con VIH/SIDA en todo el mundo, y casi tres millones son infectadas por primera vez cada a?o. La crisis econ?mica global ha empeorado la situaci?n, colocando hasta a 100 millones m?s de personas bajo el nivel de la pobreza. Su futuro se encuentra en mayor riesgo que nunca, sin embargo, sus intereses raramente han sido considerados en las conversaciones pol?ticas de las naciones m?s ricas sobre la crisis econ?mica. El a?o pasado, el Congreso de Estados Unidos hizo un compromiso hist?rico de luchar contra el SIDA en los pa?ses pobres, prometiendo triplicar el compromiso de nuestra naci?n para combatir el SIDA en el extranjero durante los cinco pr?ximos a?os. Esa promesa se ha atenuado a medida de que los recursos federales han disminuido y las conversaciones pol?ticas se han centrado en las necesidades nacionales. El primer presupuesto federal del Presidente Obama, publicado al principio del a?o, fall? en mantener el paso con los compromisos financieros del Congreso del 2008 para combatir el SIDA en el extranjero, y disminuy? el crecimiento de esos esfuerzos sobre a?os anteriores. A medida que nos acercamos a un nuevo ciclo de presupuesto federal este invierno, los norteamericanos deben enviar un mensaje claro a la Administraci?n de que, a pesar de los retos econ?micos que tenemos en casa, nuestra naci?n no puede abandonar nuestro compromiso de luchar contra la pobreza y la enfermedad en el extranjero. En Estados Unidos, VIH/SIDA ha perdido mucha visibilidad en la ?ltima d?cada ya que muchos estadounidenses se han vuelto complacientes sobre la amenaza de la enfermedad. No siempre es inmediatamente evidente qui?n en nuestras comunidades sufre del VIH/SIDA, y el estigma del diagn?stico a?sla y aliena cada vez m?s a aquellos que necesitan nuestro amor y apoyo. Como cristianos, nuestro ministerio hacia los que viven con VIH/SIDA en nuestras comunidades es m?s esencial que nunca. El D?a Mundial del SIDA es una oportunidad excelente para evaluar la forma en que su congregaci?n y comunidad recibe y sirve a quienes viven con la enfermedad. El Presidente Obama, al principio de este a?o, anunci? una iniciativa sumamente alentadora, Ley Contra el SIDA, un esfuerzo de $45 millones orientado a intensificar la concientizaci?n dentro de Estados Unidos durante un per?odo de cinco a?os. Mientras que la financiaci?n inicial es peque?a, esta iniciativa es una respuesta muy necesaria a la disminuci?n de la concientizaci?n p?blica de la crisis del SIDA en nuestras propias comunidades. La Iglesia Episcopal ha demostrado un liderazgo extraordinario en este tema a trav?s de los a?os y, a pesar de los retos actuales, espero fervientemente que nuestro testimonio y abogac?a, juntos, contin?en creciendo. Insto a los episcopales a unirse a los esfuerzos de abogac?a de nuestra Iglesia haci?ndose miembros de la Red Episcopal de Pol?ticas P?blicas (www.episcopalchurch.org/eppn), y elogio el trabajo de la Coalici?n Nacional sobre el SIDA Episcopal ( www.neac.org ), que, durante varias d?cadas ha contribuido a mantener este tema visible dentro de la Iglesia Episcopal Los cristianos de todo el mundo entran en la estaci?n del Adviento este fin de semana, y juntos esperamos con esperanza la venida del Redentor. Una ant?fona antigua para esta estaci?n se refiere a la venida de Cristo como ?el Rey de las naciones, y su deseo, la piedra angular que une a todos los pueblos?. Que nuestra oraci?n en esta estaci?n santa sea que el Dios que mora entre nosotros, sufre y muere, sin embargo resucita de nuevo, una las voluntades de todos los pueblos para trabajar a fin de finalmente conquistar el VIH/SIDA. ----------------------------- The Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org IamEpiscopalian: http://www.iamepiscopalian.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/episcopalian Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamepiscopalian YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/TECtube # # # # For more info contact: Neva Rae Fox Public Affairs Officer The Episcopal Church newsline@episcopalchurch.org 212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659 _______________________________________________ Announcements mailing list Announcements@mail.newjersey.anglican.org http://newjersey.anglican.org/mailman/listinfo/announcements From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 26 19:46:30 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 26 19:47:50 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Music at Historic Christ Church Message-ID: <0CA47356D879468BBF2965EFB5F45CCC@capital.local> Music at Historic Christ Church 5 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey Regular concerts offered to the community by one of the area's oldest and most historic churches. Come and enjoy live music making in this beautiful and peaceful downtown setting. This Week Sunday, November 29 at 4 p.m. First Sunday of Advent Andrew Filippone, trumpet Trent Johnson, piano Music for organ and piano by Leroy Anderson, Gary Cornell, Rafael M?ndez, John Stanley Sunday, December 6 at 3 p.m. HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH' THE STATE THEATRE 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick Christ Church Choir New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra Jolle Greenleaf, soprano Drew Minter, countertenor Frederick Urrey, tenor Peter Becker, bass Mark Trautman, conductor TICKETS: Call 732.246.SHOW Find out more about worship, education, outreach and other offerings: Christ Church Check out the organ on the web: Richards, Fowkes & Co. Opus 12 Find out more about dining and other events in downtown New Brunswick: New Brunswick City Market 'Everyone is welcome here!' Join us for Advent and Christmas! ________________ Contact Information Christ Church Music Office 732.545.6262 ext. 3 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Thu Nov 26 19:50:56 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Thu Nov 26 19:52:15 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] The Baldwin Festival Chorus Message-ID: Heilig The Baldwin Festival Chorus info: baldwinfestivalchorus@gmail.com The Baldwin Festival Chorus R. Douglas Sheldon, founder and conductor Steven W. Ryan, piano Stephen Tharp, organ Saturday, December 5 8:00 p.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church Lexington Avenue at 88th Street New York City The Baldwin Festival Chorus, one of the city's premier chamber choirs, opens its new season with a program of festive holiday music for single and double chorus, piano, and organ. Featured are works of Bach, Mendelssohn, Boito, Honegger, and Morten Lauridsen, varied settings of "O magnum mysterium" and favorite seasonal songs. suggested contribution: $15 at the door Program Mendelssohn: Heilig; Ave Maria Boito: Ave signor, from Mefistofele Benedictus Ducis: Nun freut euch, lieben Christen Gabrieli: O magnum mysterium Cornelius: The Three Kings Handl: O magnum mysterium; Alleluia, We sing with joy Victoria: O magnum mysterium Nicolai/Christiansen: Wake, Awake Lauridsen: O magnum mysterium Honegger: And God said, the day shall dawn, from Le Roi David Bach: Dona nobis pacem, from Mass in B minor arr. Leavitt: Hatikva arr. Bertaux: S'vivon Elgar: The Snow Rutter: The Very Best Time of the Year; Deck the Hall Berlin: White Christmas Torme/Wells: The Christmas Song Herman: We Need a Little Christmas Vaughan Williams: Wassail Song arr. Wagner: Sweet Little Jesus Boy Keith Hampton: Praise His Holy Name From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 30 06:17:48 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 30 06:19:13 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Usher in the family holidays at St. John's Message-ID: St. John's Episcopal Church 158 West High Street, Somerville NJ 088876 908-722-1250 www.stjohnsomerville.org Usher in the family holidays at St. John's with 'Twas the Night Before Christmas Somerville, NJ (November 2009) - A special event for the entire family, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas will usher in the holidays at St. John's Episcopal Church, on Saturday, December 12. Twas the Night Before Christmas, based on the poem written in 1822 by Clement C. Moore for his six children, will be presented by Alisa Dupuy, a well-known local historical storyteller. Also appearing will be the Madrigals singing group from Franklin High School. The evening will include delicious desserts and surprises for the children. All are welcome to 'Twas the Night Before Christmas , which begins at 7 pm at St John's Episcopal Church, 158 West High St., Somerville. Tickets are available by calling the church office (908-722-1250). Adults: $20. Children 6-13: $5 (5 and under attend at no charge!) Tickets available in advance and at the door. The St. John's parish hall is handicapped accessible. Parking is available on the street or in the parking lot behind the church. For more information contact 908-722-1250. www.StJohnSomerville.org About St. John's At St. John's, weekly Sunday services are conducted at 8 am and 10:15 am with music at 10:15 am. St. John's offers Sunday School every Sunday at 10:15 am preceded by "Children's Chapel" at 10 am in which the rector, the Rev. Ronald Pollock, offers a brief children's message. An adult Bible study is offered at 9 am between the two Sunday services. St John's has both an adult choir and a junior choir. Among its many programs, St. John's hosts the SHIP's Galley Soup Kitchen three days a week and a monthly thrift shop - From The Heart - with proceeds going to non-profit agencies. From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 30 16:58:49 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 30 17:00:10 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Music at Historic Christ Church Message-ID: Music at Historic Christ Church 5 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey Regular concerts offered to the community by one of the area's oldest and most historic churches. Come and enjoy live music making in this beautiful and peaceful downtown setting. This Week Sunday, December 6 at 3 p.m. HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH' THE STATE THEATRE 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick Christ Church Choir and Friends New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra Jolle Greenleaf, soprano Drew Minter, countertenor Frederick Urrey, tenor Peter Becker, bass Mark Trautman, conductor TICKETS: Call 732.246.SHOW Sunday, December 13 at 4 p.m. EVENSONG AND VESPERS Gloria Kierniesky, mezzo soprano 'Magnificat anima mea Dominum': Marian music for Advent Find out more about worship, education, outreach and other offerings: Christ Church Check out the organ on the web: Richards, Fowkes & Co. Opus 12 Find out more about dining and other events in downtown New Brunswick: New Brunswick City Market 'Everyone is welcome here!' Join us for Advent and Christmas! ________________ Contact Information Christ Church Music Office 732.545.6262 ext. 3 From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 30 17:11:03 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 30 17:12:23 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Annual Messiah Sing Message-ID: <36D50C214D2F47A6A2E01EFF93DF34B1@capital.local> Annual Messiah Sing G. F. Handel Part I and "Hallelujah" Chorus Guest conductor Reid Masters Guest Artists: New Jersey Chamber Singers Sunday, Dec. 6th at 4pm The Church of the Holy Innocents Marine Street, Beach Haven, NJ (609) 492-7571 Come to sing or listen!! Bring a score~extras will be available free will offering Reception to follow the performance From anotte at newjersey.anglican.org Mon Nov 30 17:19:51 2009 From: anotte at newjersey.anglican.org (Ann Notte) Date: Mon Nov 30 17:21:11 2009 Subject: [DioNJ Announcements] Christmas Concert Message-ID: <069BD727069C4D9AB320FB4DBA82B7A3@capital.local> St. Thomas Episcopal Church Corner of East Sunset And Bridge Avenues Red Bank, NJ We invite you to a Christmas Concert by The Watchmen A Traditional Quartet The program will include College, Christmas in Church and Christmas Everywhere selections. Sunday, December 6, 2009, At 3:00 PM At The Church. Please Join Us! Freewill offering. Reception following the concert.