{e}Connections | October 24, 2023 | |
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Jerusalem Greer named interim director at Procter Center | |
Jerusalem Greer, a well-known author, evangelist, and leader in the Episcopal Church’s formation, evangelism and agrarian ministry communities, has been appointed interim director at Procter Center. She will begin her new role, in which she will work with staff and diocesan leaders to lead the camp and conference center’s programs and operations, on November 1.
“I am delighted to welcome Jerusalem to Procter,” the Rev. Jason Oden, the diocese’s canon for formation and new Episcopal communities, says. “Her long experience in camp ministry and evangelism will be invaluable as we continue deepening Procter’s ministry in and with our diocese.”
Greer previously served as manager for evangelism and discipleship on Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s staff, and will remain a consultant for the churchwide staff through 2024. She moved to the Procter farm with her husband, Nathan, at the beginning of October, and will serve as Procter’s director for at least nine months, overseeing planning for the 2024 camp season and ensuring that the farm is ready for the growing season. Nathan Greer will initially be the camp’s resident volunteer.
Read more.
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The Rev. Kristin White profiled in The Living Church | |
Kirk Peterson of The Living Church recently interviewed the Rev. Canon Kristin Uffelman White, who was elected last month to be the Tenth Bishop of Southern Ohio.
In the interview, White talked about her experience with "very practical ways of building the body of Christ.
“I’m excited about that in the context of southern Ohio,” she said. “The history that they told in their profile about Bishop Henry Wise Hobson, after the floods in 1937, using the proceeds from the sale of St. Paul’s Cathedral to buy an Airstream trailer and travel around the river country and minister to people whose lives have been devastated in the floods. It's a story about :a bishop who was with them at a time and in a way that they so needed."
Read the story.
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Business session November 11
Registration ends November 3; Pre-convention meeting November 6
Registration is now open for the business session of the 149th Convention, scheduled for Saturday, November 11 at the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts on the campus of Shawnee State University in Portsmouth. The deadline to register is Nov. 3.
During the business session, clergy and lay delegates will elect diocesan commission leadership; consider resolutions and changes to the diocesan constitution and canons; and vote on the 2024 Mission Share budget.
Delegates and clergy may attend the business session either in person or virtually via Zoom. Register here.
Convention quick links:
The Pre-convention meeting and Nominee Forum for the 149th Annual Convention will be held on Monday, November 6 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. All clergy and certified lay delegates are expected to attend.
Register in advance for the pre-convention webinar here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about how to join the Zoom event.
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Forms, policies, and other information for congregational management can be found under Resources on the diocesan website. | |
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Sacred Ground Information Session on November 7
Join a diocesan Zoom circle starting in January
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In January, a Sacred Ground circle of Episcopalians from across the Diocese of Southern Ohio will begin meeting on Zoom. Sacred Ground is a film-based dialogue series about race and faith launched in 2019 by Becoming Beloved Community, the Episcopal Church’s long-term initiative on racial healing, reconciliation, and justice.
Members of the diocese are invited to learn more about Sacred Ground and help set the meeting dates and times, during an information session taking place on Zoom on November 7 at 7 p.m. Register to join the information session using this link: https://zoom.us/j/98776944577?pwd=UUJicWcyVDV5WnBDSVE4YnZvY0VsZz09.
Email the Rev. Jason Oden with questions.
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Discerning a call to ordained ministry? Attend the Explorers' Retreat on January 27 | |
In the Diocese of Southern Ohio, people who are exploring a call to be a deacon or priest enter discernment for ordained ministry by attending the Explorers’ Retreat, organized by the Commission on Ministry (CoM).
The next retreat will take place January 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Procter. Please note the previously scheduled December 16 Zoom information meeting has been canceled.
Both the person discerning a call to ministry and parish priest (or in the absence of a priest, a warden or other member of the parish) attend the retreat.
Learn more and register.
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New Episcopal Community Story-Making Workshops on November 2 and 4 | |
Next month, the Rev. Joseph Kovitch and other New Episcopal Communities leaders will host two half-day workshops to help participants learn to effectively tell their personal stories as well as the stories of the communities they lead.
The workshops will be held Thursday, November 2 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at Church of the Advent, Walnut Hills and Saturday, November 4 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Stephen's, Columbus, and will be facilitated by Joe Boyd, the chief executive officer of Boonrise, a story-driven creative agency and production company based in Cincinnati. Register for either workshop here. For more information, contact the Rev. Joseph Kovitch at fatherjospehk@gmail.com.
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Upcoming diocesan meetings, events and deadlines | |
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A complete list of diocesan and community events can be found on the diocesan calendar.
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Diocesan initiatives and ministries | |
The Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio has committed to the call of Becoming Beloved Community, with focus on the work of racial healing, reconciliation, justice-making and care of creation. | |
Using Picture Books for Racial Healing: a Dismantling Racism Certification Course
New Sessions Scheduled
Picture books offer an excellent way to discover, discuss, and share stories about topics that many people did not study in school but that are crucial to the work of repairing, healing, and seeing God in each other. Registration is open for Dismantling Racism training sessions taking place in the coming months. Miriam McKenney leads the trainings, which take place on Zoom.
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December (5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 from 12 to 1 p.m.). Sign up here.
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February (6, 7, 8, 13, 14, & 15 from 12 to 1 p.m.). Sign up here.
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March (12, 19, 26 from 6 to 8 p.m.). Sign up here.
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April (10, 17, 24 from 1 to 3 p.m.) Sign up here.
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May (15, 22, 29 from to 6 to 8 p.m.). Sign up here.
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June (4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 from 12 to 1 p.m.). Sign up here.
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August (14, 21, 28 from 6 to 8 p.m.). Sign up here.
Email Director of Dismantling Racism Miriam McKenney to learn more.
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"Adventurer's Guide to the Bible" High School Retreat
November 17-19 at Procter Center
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Students in grades 9-12 are invited to gather at Procter for a weekend of immersion in the 5th Edition of Dungeons & Dragons. The campaign runs parallel to the events of the Bible, but the way the plot unfolds is up to you! Experienced players and those new to the game are welcome.
Register here.
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Pop-up Advent at Procter on December 2 | |
On December 2 from 1 to 5 p.m., Procter Center will host an afternoon of Advent-themed activities for all ages. The day will include:
• Hiking in search of branches, berries, pinecones, and more to build and decorate our own Advent Wreaths
• Blessing of the Advent Wreathes
• S'mores and hot chocolate, candle making, and games.
Learn more and register.
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Social Justice & Advocacy
Advocacy update
Advocacy briefings are compiled by Ariel Miller, a longtime community advocate and member of Ascension & Holy Trinity, Wyoming.
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This week's update includes:
- Statehouse rally on October 27 at 12 p.m. to protect Ohio parks from fracking
- Ohio’s affordable housing crisis
- Fact checking opposition to Cincinnati’s affordable housing initiative (Issue 24)
- Redistricting reform petition training starts October 26.
Read the Advocacy Briefing.
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Winter produce available from Procter | |
Fresh-picked greenhouse vegetables and fresh-to-frozen pork and chicken are available for pick-up at Procter or delivery within a 45-mile radius. Orders may be placed using our online form or by calling 740-490-6072.
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OSU Football ticket auctions | |
Trinity, Newark, is auctioning a pair of premium tickets to the OSU vs. Michigan State football game on Saturday, November 11 at Ohio Stadium. The auction began October 22 and ends Saturday, Oct. 28, at noon. Minimum bid is $415. Bids can be made at Trinity Church OSU Ticket Auction.
Proceeds from the tickets will be used to provide clothing for students in need at Ben Franklin Elementary School in Newark, Ohio. An anonymous donor to Trinity will match the winning bid. Ben Franklin Elementary has a high percentage of students whose family's incomes are below the federal poverty line. Trinity has supported them for over 20 years.
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The Society of the Transfiguration is accepting email bids for a pair of premium tickets to see the Ohio State Buckeyes challenge the University of Minnesota Gophers on Saturday, November 18 at Ohio Stadium.
All proceeds will benefit the Community's Food For The Soul ministry, a food rescue and pantry ministry serving the tri-state area.
To bid, email rkonkol@ctsisters.org and include your name, email address, phone number, and bid (minimum is $300). Offers are being accepted until Friday, November 3 at 5 p.m. In the event of a tie, both parties will have an opportunity to make a final offer by Monday, November 6. These are electronic tickets, to be transferred to the winner prior to the game.
Please email Rob Konkol or call 513-771-5291 ext. 161 with any questions.
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Trinity, Capitol Square Renewal of Ministry
October 28
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By the grace of God and the consent of the people, the vestry and community of Trinity Episcopal Church on Capitol Square warmly invite the people of the diocese to a Renewal of Ministry as they welcome their twenty-fifth rector, the Rev. Jed J. Dearing, on the Feast of St. Simon & St. Jude, Saturday, October 28, at 2 p.m. The Rt. Rev. Wendell N. Gibbs Jr. will preside and the Rev. Lee Anne Reat will preach.
All clergy are invited to gather prior to the processional in the Parish House. Those who wish to may vest for the processional in keeping with their own spiritual tradition; if stoles are worn, red is appropriate. Childcare will be provided. A reception to follow the service.
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The Gospel According to Harry Potter
October 28
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Potluck and Class at All Saints, New Albany
On Saturday, October 28 from 6 to 9 p.m., All Saints will host an evening of fun, food and learning about how the Harry Potter story connects to the Christian faith.
The event begins at 6 p.m. with pizza; guests are invited to bring side salads and delectables. At 7 p.m., the Hogwarts Chaplain, the Rev. Dr. Patricia Lyons, and Professor Father Jason, Headmaster, will discuss “Harry Potter and the Signs of the Resurrection” seen in the books. The event will also include Harry Potter activities for children.
Please register at allsaintsnewalbany.org. If you have questions, please contact the Parish Office of Magical Registration and Wand Permits at 614.855.8267 or office@allsaintsnewalbany.org. House robes, sweaters, ties, character costumes, brooms and wands are greatly encouraged.
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Remembrance: An All Saints' Day Concert by the 4-Way Quartet | |
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The 4-Way Quartet and bassist Hollie Greenwood will give a special All Saints' Day performance honoring those who have come before us on Wednesday, November 1 at 6:30 p.m. at All Saints, Pleasant Ridge
The program will include Barber's Adagio, Mozart and much more. All proceeds go to the 4-Way String Project, a free strings education program in Norwood. A reception will follow. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online.
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The Great Lady Concert Series presents Kara Huber | |
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The Great Lady Concert Series at Christ Church, Dayton, presents Kara Huber, Grammy-nominated and prize-winning concert pianist, on Sunday, November 5 at 3 p.m. This dedicatory concert will showcase “Ruby,” Christ Church’s new Steinway Sterling Edition, Model D Concert Grand Piano.
Teenage pianists are invited to attend a masterclass conducted by Huber on Saturday, November 4 at 3 p.m. Both the concert and masterclass are free and open to the public.
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St. B@3 Concert November 5 Features Mandy Gains | |
Mandy Gaines, a Cincinnati Jazz Hall of Fame inductee, will perform with friends at St. Barnabas, Montgomery on Sunday, November 5 at 3 p.m.
The event is part of the St. B@3 free community concert series. Learn more here.
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Pops concert to raise funds for Middle East
Church of the Epiphany, Nelsonville, and First Presbyterian Church of Nelsonville will sponsor a gala pops concert at First Presbyterian on Sunday, November 5 at 4 p.m.
Funds raised at the concert will go to providing medical supplies for both sides of the conflict in the Middle East. The concert is free and donations will be solicited. A reception follows.
For more information, contact Amy Abercrombie at 740-517-8046.
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Events at Christ Church Cathedral | |
Christ Church Cathedral is located at 318 E 4th Street in downtown Cincinnati. Learn more at the cathedral website.
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Music Live at Lunch
Music Live at Lunch is a free, weekly concert series held on Tuesdays at 12:10 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral featuring a variety of music. Bring your own lunch or buy one at the cathedral. Find the full schedule of concerts here.
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Final Concert of the We Are One Festival on October 25 | |
The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra will host We Are One, a four-day festival promoting the stories of those who came to Greater Cincinnati as immigrants, refugees, or displaced persons.
Christ Church Catheral will host the final concert on Wednesday, October 25 at 7 p.m. The program, which includes works by Saunder Choi, James MacMillan, Gabriela Lena Frank, Judith Shatin, Caroline Shaw, and Reena Esmail, expresses a defeat of repression, a call toward justice for immigrants and refugees, and an open invitation to a better society. Reserve tickets.
Learn more about the festival and download a flyer.
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Commemoration of All Faithful Departed
Sunday, November 5
5 p.m.
This choral Eucharist will include Fauré’s Requiem with orchestra. Worshipers will have a chance to light candles in memory of loved ones as the necrology (names of the departed) is read aloud. Worshippers are invited to bring a photograph of a loved one to place at the front of the church. Incense will be used at this service, which will be streamed live.
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You Will Be Found
Sunday, November 12
3 p.m.
Vocal ensemble Fluidity and the Queen City Street Choir will present a concert to raise awareness about homelessness in Cincinnati and the interconnectedness of mental health and the need for affordable housing. A portion of the proceeds will directly support QCSC and its vision of music as a catalyst for social change. Ticket information: fluiditycccc.org.
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