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| THE 2ND MOST IMPORTANT PERSON IN THE CHURCH |
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Does my title peak your curiosity? I am making the assumption that the rector or vicar is probably the most important person in the parish, given the fact that he or she preaches, teaches, leads the liturgy, and generally sets the tone for parish life. But close behind that position in order of importance is the parish administrator (sometimes known as the church secretary).
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| ITEMS OF INTEREST THIS WEEK |
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Three Ways to Perk Up Year-Round Stewardship
[EVP] Stewardship is often considered a routine activity that percolates once a year. Messages for bulletins and pulpits are put into the pot, letters and envelopes are poured in, and up perks financial commitments to support the church for another year. The brew might be weak or strong, but at least it’s over and done with by December. Get a cup of decaf, relax and take a few minutes–or an entire Stewardship Committee meeting in January–to consider the word “ministry” as part of stewardship. Read more. Arizona Episcopalian Magazine
If you have not received the Fall 2018 edition of the AZ Episcopalian magazine in your mailbox, it is now available online. This issue contains all the details about Diocesan Convention and a follow-up report from General Convention, as well as many other great things going on around the Diocese. If you are not receiving the magazine by mail, contact your church to sign up (it’s FREE)!
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DEACON BEACON
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This is a monthly feature of one of our deacons & their ministry.
The Rev. Deirdre Moulinier
This month, the light of the Beacon has found its way to the little, northern Arizona community of Clarkdale to spotlight the ministry of The Rev. Deirdre Moulinier, who, rather than running away from challenges in dark times, faces them head while on spreading the light of God’s presence to those in need. Read more.
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CLERGY NEWS
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The Rev. Julie Williams…
completed her time as Interim at St. Stephen’s (Sierra Vista).
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| CONVENTION NEWS |
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Children’s Program
Registration for the Children’s program at Convention is open. Children’s and Nursery programs are offered for ages infant through 6th grade on Friday, October 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 20, from 8:15 a.m. to close of Convention. Children will enjoy music, arts and crafts, stories, and lots of fun! Preregistration is required for all ages.
Farewell Dinner
Everyone is welcome to attend the dinner honoring Bishop and Laura Smith on Friday, October 19, though there will be limited seating. The cost for the dinner is $40.00. We expect that demand for reservations to say goodbye to Bishop and Mrs. Smith will be high, so please do not wait to make your reservations! Due to increased interest, the deadline for dinner reservations has been extended to Friday, October 12.
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| WEEKLY CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS |
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Please go to the Diocesan Calendar for more detailed information about these events and others including services such as Taizé and Compline. Use our Find a Church feature to locate a church listed below.
Saturday, October 6
- Bargains Galore and Book Shelf Bookstore
@ St. Christopher’s, Sun City
- Best Skills: Deacon-Lay Class (Volunteers in Ministry)
@ St. Michael & All Angels, Tucson
- Contemplative Group Prayer
@ St. Michael & All Angels, Tucson
- Celtic Eucharist @ Church of St. Matthew, Tucson
- Omega Service @ Christ the King, Tucson
- Taizé @ St. Andrew’s, Sedona
Sunday, October 7
- Group Meditation @ St. Peter’s, Litchfield Park
Monday, October 8
- Living with Loss Group @ St. Christopher’s, Sun City
- Men’s Bible Work Bench @ St. Christopher’s, Sun City
- Civil Discourse: A Lost Art or a Skill to Reclaim?
@ St. Anthony On The Desert, Scottsdale
Tuesday, October 9
- Living with Loss Grief Support Group
@ St. Raphael in the Valley, Benson
- Food Bank @ St. Thomas, Clarkdale
Wednesday, October 10
- Intercessory Prayers @ St. Stephen’s, Sierra Vista
- Eucharist & Healing Service @ St. Christopher’s, Sun City
- Healing Service & Eucharist @ St. Matthew’s, Chandler
- Centering Prayer @ Church of the Apostles, Oro Valley
Thursday, October 11
- Women Clergy “Listening Day” Gathering
@ Church of the Epiphany, Tempe
Friday, October 12
- Centering Prayer Service @ St. Luke’s, Prescott
- Oktoberfest @ St. Thomas, Clarkdale
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| PRAYERS |
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[click on the link above for the complete calendar]
October
7 All of Our Episcopal Schools
14 St. Barnabas on the Desert, Scottsdale
21 St. Andrew’s, Sedona
28 St. Stephen’s, Sierra Vista
Remember in your Prayers of the People:
Our companion Diocese:
And those who have asked for our prayers:
- All first responders
- All members of the Armed Forces,
especially those who are serving overseas
- Those affected by recent weather, natural disasters, and
civil unrest
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