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Understanding the Community and Economic Potential of Tribal Sovereignty
Self-determination through tribal self-government has led to remarkable economic growth across many Tribal nations situated in Indian Country. However, unique to Maine, the federal Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act of 1980 (MICSA) empowers the state...
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Teaching Others to Pray: A Workshop with SSJE
This one-day workshop is designed especially for pastors, teachers and other lay leaders who assist in the spiritual formation of others. Others who have interest in the topic are also welcome to attend. We will...
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Earth Keeper Update: Talkin’ About the Weather
I’m writing from sunshine and 22 degrees with temperatures expected to drop down to 16. Yes, it’s cold! But according to NOAA, the federal agency which has been making records of tides, wind and weather...
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Indigenous Relations
Resources recommended by CIR
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Dean Shambaugh Recaps Day One in Baltimore for GC80
“So today was the first day of General Convention and the Maine Deputation got up early, went to breakfast, and got to work. We did all kinds of things — we had a Eucharist with...
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Foundation of Religious Life Sunday
Monastic Orders and Christian Communities have existed in The Episcopal Church since the mid-19th century, but are largely unknown by Episcopalians. Episcopalians are invited to celebrate Religious Life this Sunday! Newly approved by General Convention,...
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Materials from the Committee on Indian Relations
CIR Materials: Brochure, Documentary, Op-Ed
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On Sacred Ground: Personal Transformation Leads to Sacred Ground Program Expansion
The national “Becoming Beloved Community” newsletter recently included this column about Caroline Russell, a St. Paul’s, Brunswick parishioner until her death in December 2021, and her relationship with the Sacred Ground program. Sometimes a transformation...
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Clergy Disciplinary Process
All matters of clergy misconduct will be reported to an intake officer for the diocese. Matters might then be resolved through pastoral care, mediation, an agreement with the bishop, an investigation or any combination of these. An investigation may result in formal mediation, and, if necessary, a hearing.
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Empty Chairs: Remembering Lewiston One Year Later (Rangeley)
The Church of the Good Shepherd in Rangeley invites the community to a service of remembrance on the first anniversary of the Lewiston Shootings. The candle-light service will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October...