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Introducing the School for Ministry
Bishop Hughes announces the opening of the Diocese of Newark School for Ministry. Along with training for those seeking ordination as Vocational Deacons, it will offer training for lay people seeking to become licensed Preachers, Worship Leaders, and Pastoral Leaders. Watch the video (time: 4:50) or read the transcript.
Learn more about the School for Ministry.
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Diocese of Newark School for Ministry inaugural events | |
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Pastoral Leader training
WED, MAY 15 | 7 PM
Pastoral Leader training is for lay ministers who are called to assist their clergy in providing pastoral and spiritual leadership in their congregation. This training includes Worship Leader training and Preacher training so that they can step into those roles. Find out more and register online.
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Worship Leader training
WED, MAY 15 | 7 PM
Worship Leader training will be held in two parts: on May 15 online and June 8 in person. This training will enable someone to plan and lead public worship. Training focuses on Morning Prayer and Ante-Communion (the Liturgy of the Word). Find out more and register online.
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Wardens' & Treasurers' Zoom meeting with the Bishop
TODAY, APR 17 | 7-8:30 PM
An email has been sent to all Church Wardens and Treasurers with sign-in instructions for this Zoom meeting. For questions, contact Chloe Caprice at ccaprice@dioceseofnewark.org.
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Last chance to register for the General Convention Summer Trip
SAT, JUN 22 - FRI, JUN 28
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The Youth Commission is getting ready to close Registration for the 2024 Diocese of Newark Summer Youth Trip, for youth in grades 8-12.
This year, youth will be traveling to Louisville, KY during the General Convention of the Episcopal Church. While there, youth will get to see some of the workings of our denomination, connect with other youth from across the Episcopal Church, meet with our Bishop, take part in spiritual formation, participate in justice activities/missions... and of course there will be lots of fun and food included.
Find out more and register online by 5 PM next Monday, April 22.
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Confirmation season begins!
The 2024 Confirmation season begins this month with six services:
- SAT, APR 27, 10 AM at St. David's, Kinnelon
- TUE, APR 30, 7 PM at Trinity, Allendale
- SUN, MAY 5, 2 PM at Messiah, Chester
- SAT, MAY 11, 10 AM at Calvary, Summit
- TUE, MAY 14, 7 PM at St. Paul's, Englewood
- SAT, MAY 18, 10 AM at Trinity & St. Philip’s Cathedral, Newark
All services will be live streamed on the diocesan YouTube channel and Facebook page. Find out more.
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2024 Hegg Awards
SUN, JUN 9 | 3 PM | St. Peter's, Morristown
The Hegg Awards are given annually to members of our diocese who are:
- Age 60+.
- A long-standing, active member of your congregation.
- Made or makes contributions to the congregation and/or the diocese.
Each church may honor up to two individuals.
Clergy and wardens should have received communications about this year's Hegg Awards from Randy Johnson, including the names of your church's past honorees.
Please submit information for your 2024 honorees no later than 5 PM Friday, May 24 using this online form.
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Happening at Our Congregations | |
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Food pantry expands mission under new name
Last September, we shared the story of the food pantry at Holy Communion, Norwood. Eight months later, that food pantry is launching an expanded mission under a new name. Read more.
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Resources for Congregations | |
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Sign up today for our upcoming Stewardship Webinar Series
In partnership with The Episcopal Network for Stewardship www.TENS.org), we are excited to announce a brand new Stewardship Webinar series beginning this May. Sign up today and make sure to mark your calendar - you won't want to miss any of these! (Important: you must sign up to get the link - registration goes through Eventbrite).
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Meet the newest Deacons in the Diocese of Newark! | |
The Rev. Deacon Annie Pike and the Rev. Deacon Jackie McLeod with Bishop Hughes after their ordination to the Vocational Diaconate last Saturday, April 13, at Trinity & St. Philip's Cathedral. | |
First BCEF Call of 2024: Holy Trinity, West Orange | |
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The Bishop’s Church Emergency Fund (BCEF) provides financial support for church buildings in the diocese needing repairs and renovation, usually with a special focus on emergency and unforeseen needs. Through the BCEF, you can support the critical needs identified by the Bishop.
The first BCEF call of 2024 is for municipal water back flow Valves for Holy Trinity Church in West Orange. Read more.
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Scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year | |
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Gertrude Butts Scholarship
Application deadline: APR 22
Open to students who demonstrate financial need and who are members of a parish in the Diocese of Newark, with a special emphasis on orphans or children of single parents.
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George E. Rath Scholarship
Application Deadline: MAY 15
Provides children of canonically resident clergy with extra financial assistance for college expenses at accredited four-year education institutions.
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The Arrangements Committee is hard at work!
Could you imagine waiting to the last minute to plan that dream vacation? Well, the Arrangements Committee can’t imagine waiting to the last minute to start getting ready for the 150th Convention. You may be surprised to learn that there is a lot of hard work happening behind the scenes to ensure that the Annual Diocesan Convention is a great success this coming November. With just under 7 months to go there are a lot of moving parts hard at work, and one of those parts is the Arrangements Committee - and they need a few more volunteers. Read more.
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Don't miss out on the 150th Convention Banner Parade! | |
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Is your church's banner ready for the 150th Convention Banner Parade? Watch the video invitation, right.
(Time: 1:58 | Read the transcript.)
If you need assistance preparing your church's banner (or acquiring a new one), contact Jane Jubilee at 973-430-9902 or jjubilee@dioceseofnewark.org.
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Convention reference information | |
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Convention webpage: dioceseofnewark.org/convention
Contacts:
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Dates & deadlines:
- 205 days until the 150th Convention!
- Registration deadline for Youth Convo: TBA
- Nominations deadlines: SEP 13 (late Nominees NOV 1)
- Registration dates for Deputations and all canonically resident Clergy: SEP 16, 12 NOON (forms to be sent May/June)
- Hotel reservations deadline at group rate: OCT 8
- Registration for Guests: OCT 18
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Cross Roads is the ecumenical camp and retreat center of our diocese and the NJ Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. | |
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Upcoming events at Cross Roads
Wednesdays Away
MAY 1 & JUN 5
A time of spiritual renewal hosted by Cross Roads throughout the year. Includes prayer and conversation led by a spiritual director and focusing on a different spiritual practice or theme each month. These retreats are open to all people interested in exploring new faith practices. Attend one or attend all — and be sure to invite friends to join you. Learn more and register online.
Opening Day
SAT, MAY 18 | 9 AM – 3 PM
“Opening Day at Cross Roads” is a fun work-day event. Individuals, youth groups, families, and congregational groups are invited to come to camp to volunteer with a few projects as we get camp ready for the summer season. It will be a day of fun, fellowship, and giving back to camp. There will be projects for all skill levels. If you have special skills or tools (chainsaws, leaf blowers, etc.) please bring them with you! Work begins at 9 AM with a free lunch provided at noon. The day is expected to wrap up around 3 PM. Register online.
Open Houses
SAT, MAY 4 & SAT, JUN 8
Come and visit Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center for one of their open houses this spring! Learn all about their summer and year-round opportunities. Take a tour of camp, hear stories about summer camp, ask questions of their staff, and finish with a delicious lunch in the dining hall. These are especially great opportunities for families interested in sending their children to camp for the first time (or attending Family Camp together) or for retreat leaders interested in one of our many buildings that are open year-round. These tours start at 10:30 AM from the Lodge and conclude after lunch at noon. Please register by the Monday before the date attending. Learn more and register online.
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Next issue: WED, MAY 1
Submission deadline: FRI, APR 26, 10 AM
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