Diocesan Update - May 13, 2010
Ascension Day
Diocesan Update Addendum
Martha Jones, mother of Fr Brad Jones, died unexpectedly on Tuesday evening in New Orleans. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be in New Orleans. Fr Jones is Rector of Christ Church, Schenectady.
Rest eternal grant unto her, O Lord; let light perpetual shine upon her.
Almighty God, Father of all mercies and giver of comfort: Deal graciously, we pray, with all who mourn; that, casting all their care on you, they may know the consolation of your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen (BCP pg 505)
Handel's MESSIAH, in its entirety, will be sung by The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys on Saturday, 15 May beginning at 7 pm and Sunday, 16 May beginning at 3 pm.
The performance features a period instrument orchestra and soloists Jennifer Aylmer, soprano, Kirsten Sollek, alto, Robert Breault, tenor, and Nathaniel Webster, baritone.
FOR TICKETS: visit www.brownpapertickets.com/event/98933 or call 1-800-838-3006 and ask for event 98933
$40 VIP Prime (Reserved seating)
$25 Adult
$15 Students & Seniors (65 and older)
$10 Children under 12
There is a Sunday pre-concert luncheon at Yono's Restaurant, 25 Chapel Street, Albany, from noon – 2 pm. Enjoy a full buffet and a glass of Champagne: $45 – adults, $20 – children under 12
Concert tickets and Luncheon tickets must be purchased separately. A reserved seating section will be available for all Luncheon attendees at BOTH concerts.
All proceeds go to support The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys.
Albany’s Got Talent! Share your musical gifts at Convention2010 at the Saturday Night Entertainment “Coffee House” in the Teepee. Even if American Idol wouldn’t let you into the final round, you can be part of the fun. Please contact Father Marty Wendell at 518.753.4502 for more information or to sign up. This is not “free mike” event. You must be cleared by Fr Wendell in advance.
Convention 2010
Registration. Don’t forget to make your registration online or by mail for Diocesan Convention June 11 – 13. Go to http://www.albanydiocese.org/ministries/convention/index.html . Overnight accommodations are on a first come first, serve basis and over 500 have already registered. Please don’t wait until the last minute.
Honored Guests. Retired Archbishop Drexel Gomez (Province of the West Indies) is our honored guest this year.
What to expect:
This is a weekend for the whole family. We offer child care for ages 4 and under, Vacation Bible School for ages 5-11, Youth Rally for ages 12-18, and plenty of opportunity for spiritual growth and refreshment for adults of all ages. There is also opportunity for boating, tennis, fishing, miniature golf, and walking. We are allowed to use the recreational facilities until 4 pm on Sunday.
Worship and Healing are key parts of our weekend together with Evensong on Friday, Morning Prayer on Saturday and Sunday, Eucharist on Saturday and Sunday (high energy “youth” oriented), Healing Service on Saturday evening, Reconciliation of a Penitent available throughout the weekend, and prayer table and teams all weekend. Each service has a homily or sermon.
Come join your fellow Episcopalian for the weekend and you will become a regular.
See you at Camp-of-The Woods, Route 30, Speculator, New York.
Safeguarding God’s Children. Our Diocese requires that all individuals who have regular ministries with children and youth receive certification. If you have not received this training or would like a refresher, you are invited to attend one of the scheduled "Safeguarding God's Children" seminars which will be presented on the following dates:
Sat., May 22, 9am – 1pm at Grace and Holy Innocents Church, 498 Clinton Avenue Albany, NY, (518-465-1112). Please by contacting Grace and Holy Innocents Church.
Fri, June 11, 2pm – 5pm at Diocesan Convention (Zeitfuss I, Large Room). No pre-registration required – just sign-in at Zeitfuss I.
Safeguarding God's Children for Ministries is consists of two powerful professionally produced videos, workshop materials, and an introduction to the diocesan document entitled, "POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH".
The videos:
FOR PARENTS
A 29 minute video designed to give all adults who are concerned about children and youth a basic understanding of the dynamics of child sexual abuse, how to recognize signs that a child may have been abused, and what to do if you have concerns about a person's behavior towards a child or suspect that a child or youth has been molested. A carefully planned discussion period follows the video, with ample time for questions. A workbook is provided.
FOR PROGRAM LEADERS
A 22-minute video is designed for clergy, employees of churches and non-profit organizations, and volunteers responsible for planning, implementing or supervising ministries, activities or programs for children and youth. It shows what steps can be taken to prevent child sexual abuse in church and other organizational settings. A period of
discussion follows the video, and a workbook is provided. Those involved in ministries of any kind will be required to view both videos and participate in the following discussion periods. This represents a three-hour time commitment.
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