Recap of the 2019 Diocesan Convention (Updated)
By Maurice L. Harris Note: This article is an update of our November 1 recap of the 2019 Diocesan Convention. Featured in this edition is
November 13, 2019
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Panel Discussion at Norwich University on 20th Anniversary of Same-Sex Marriage Court Decision in VT, November 14
December marks the 20th anniversary of the Baker Decision. The Rev. Deacon Stannard Baker from the Cathedral Church of St. Paul will be part of
November 12, 2019
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The Chavez Forum for the Humanities Presents Literary Dialogues for Empathy
By Dr. Chris Chaves Free 2019 Fall & Winter Live Online Literature Discussion Series Do you find a critical need to initiate or renew your
November 6, 2019
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St. Thomas & Grace Episcopal Church in Brandon hosts Community Dinner on Saturday, November 16
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts:Rena McDonough (802) 247-9253Franci Farnsworth (802) 247-6154 BRANDON, VT – A public turkey dinner will be held on Saturday, November 16 from
November 5, 2019
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Ending Homelessness in Washington County: Community-Building Dinner and Progress Report, November 20
Vermont Interfaith Action invites you to “Ending Homelessness in Washington County: Community-Building Dinner and Progress Report” on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at St. Augustine’s Catholic
November 5, 2019
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VT Racial Justice Alliance Announces Q4 Activities
The Vermont Racial Justice Alliance (VRJA) is conducting a series of activities to advance public policy and dismantle systemic racism. Events will be held at
November 1, 2019
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Advent Resources Available Online
New and updated Advent resources for congregations, dioceses, and communities of faith are now available! Also offered again this year are digital Christmas Eve services.
November 1, 2019
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Sign Up for the Next Holy Hike, November 9
NOVEMBER HOLY HIKE – WINTER’S APPROACH HOST: Anam Cara Sojourners (802) 878-4014 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 AT 10:00 AM Catamount Family Center 592 Governor Chittenden Road
November 1, 2019
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St. James Essex Junction to Host Ecumenical Book Study, Discussion for Advent & Epiphany
ESSEX JUNCTION, VT – Jesus was born over 2,000 years ago. How might he be reborn in our hearts today? What might the future of
November 1, 2019
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Migrant Justice Expands ‘Milk with Dignity’ on Action Day, Nov. 2
In August, representatives of Migrant Justice wrote to the corporate offices of Hannaford Supermarket inviting the company to join the Milk with Dignity Campaign and
November 1, 2019
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Reflection on the 2019 Rock Point Camp Season
By Julie Garwood | Director, Rock Point Camp Overview The 2019 Camp season was a great summer, full of growth and excitement. The first season
November 1, 2019
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Safe Church Certification Session, December 7
BURLINGTON, VT – A new Safe Church Certification session has been added to the diocesan calendar: Saturday, December 7 from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
November 1, 2019
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Amy Spagna Named Rector at St. James Woodstock
By Maurice L. Harris & Contributors WOODSTOCK, VT – St. James Episcopal Church in Woodstock is writing a new chapter in its shared ministry story.
November 1, 2019
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Kathleen Moore Named Transitional Deacon at St. James’ Arlington
By Nancy Boardman ARLINGTON, VT – St. James’ Episcopal Church in Arlington is delighted to welcome the Rev. Kathleen Moore as a transitional deacon, where
November 1, 2019
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REGISTER BY DEC. 12 for Seeing with the Heart: Annual Advent Retreat at Rock Point, December 13-14
BURLINGTON, VT – Join us for an evening and a day of silent contemplation interspersed with meditations led by Bob Thiefels. The theme for this
October 30, 2019
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Transcript of Bishop Shannon’s Sermon from the 26 October 2019 Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Church in Vermont
Note: Video of Bishop Shannon’s sermon is available at https://vimeo.com/369225587. [00:00:07.4] May the words of my mouth and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable
October 28, 2019
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Abenaki and Vermont Native People
People of the Dawn “We acknowledge the traditional, ancestral, and unceded land of the Abenaki people on which we are worshiping, praying, and celebrating today.
October 26, 2019
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Explore Life Beyond ‘The Mountain’: Connect with Our Friends & Partners
There’s a lot going on in and around the Diocese! Whether you are looking for concerts, educational opportunities, spiritual retreats, or opportunities to engage in
October 17, 2019
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2019 Diocesan Convention Agenda
To follow is a tentative agenda for the October 26, 2019 Diocesan Convention. This schedule is subject to change: 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. Registration 9:00
October 17, 2019
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Page Dedicated to Issues Facing Immigrants and Refugees Added to Diocesan Website
New on the diocesan website is a page dedicated to issues facing immigrants and refugees in Vermont, as well as opportunities for grassroots action. The
October 17, 2019
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New Course Offerings from the Stevenson School For Ministry
Located within the Episcopal Church in Pennsylvania, Stevenson School For Ministry (SSFM) is a learning community forming lay and ordained leadership for the church of
October 17, 2019
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Justice For All Announces Q4 Events and Activities
The mission of Justice For All Vermont is to pursue racial justice within Vermont’s criminal justice system through advocacy, education, and relationship-building. If this resonates with
October 16, 2019
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Episcopal VT to Co-Sponsor Windham County NAACP’s First Freedom Fund Dinner, November 16
BRATTLEBORO, VT – The Windham County Branch of the NAACP is pleased to announce its first Annual Freedom Fund Dinner to be held on Saturday,
October 16, 2019
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VT Christian Music Announces We Are Messengers, November 7
BURLINGTON, VT – WE ARE MESSENGERS are coming to Vermont for the first time: Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 p.m., North Avenue Alliance Church, Burlington
October 16, 2019
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