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Maliseet Ambassador presentation at Church of the Good Shepherd

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/maliseet-ambassador-speaks-at-church-of-the-good-shepherd/

Church of the Good Shepherd, Houlton invited community members to learn more about the history of the Maliseet people in Aroostook County. Ambassador Osihkiyol (Zeke) Crofton-Macdonald spoke on his personal experiences and his historical research,...

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Compilation of Prayer & Liturgy Resources for the Season of Creation

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/liturgical-resources-for-the-season-of-creation-care/

Websites: episcopalchurch.org/ministries/creation-care/loving-formation: you will find here a pdf with liturgies and prayers for the Season of Creation seasonofcreation.org: here are a number of resources from the various faith traditions as well as an interfaith resource btscenter.org:...

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Safe Church Training in Maine

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/safe-church-training/

The Episcopal Diocese of Maine is committed to the prevention of abuse of all forms. We want to help the church to be a safe place for all who worship, or minister, or come in any sort of need, including children, youth, and those who work with them. We believe that this policy is one aspect of honoring our baptismal vows to “respect the dignity of every human being.”

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Season of Creation 2023 Celebration Guide

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/season-of-creation-2023-celebration-guide/

The Season of Creation begins September 1 and continues through October 4th. This Celebration Guide includes information about: » 2023 Season of Creation Theme and Symbol 7 » 2023 Season of Creation Prayer 11 »...

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Webinar: History and Contemporary Realities of Black Communities in Maine

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/webinar-history-and-contemporary-realities-of-black-communities-in-maine/

Participants will learn about the history of slavery and racism in Maine, including the role of eugenics and the term Vacationland. Presenters will talk about our shared ancestry and how slavery has impacted the way...

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Legislative Themes for the 81st General Convention (GC81)

https://episcopalmaine.org/legislative-themes-for-the-81st-general-convention/

The 81st General Convention of The Episcopal Church (GC81) will take place June 23-28 in Louisville, Kentucky. The Maine deputation is excited to head to Louisville next month to represent our diocese. The group includes: the Rev. Joshua Hill, the Rev. Cn. Lisa Fry, the Rev. Kerry Mansir, the Rev. Lauren Kay, Mark Spahr, Christian Clough, Richard Rozene, and chair John Hennessy. The delegation also includes Catherine Mansir, one of two high school students representing Province 1 (the seven dioceses of New England). If you have any questions about GC81, please reach out to [email protected].

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Season of Creation Devotional

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/season-of-creation-devotional/

Diocese of Southern Ohio Vestry Devotionals: Good News to All Creation Welcome to these brief devotionals reflecting upon the place of creation care in the life of the parish and work of the vestry. These...

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Diocesan Database Invitation (Realm)

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/realm-database-invitation/

January 2023 Clergy and leaders of the diocese should have received an email from [email protected] inviting you to create a login to the new diocesan database, Realm. The database provides the foundation for our communications,...

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Convocation 2023 at The BTS Center

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/convocation-2023-at-the-bts-center/2023-09-28/

Convocation 2023 —Kinship:Re-Weaving the Great Web of Belonging Thursday & Friday, September 28 & 29, 2023 Begins at 10:00am on Thursday; Ends at 3:00pm on Friday In person at Maple Hill Farm Inn and Conference Center...

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Preaching Excellence Conference for Episcopal Deacons

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/preaching-excellence-conference-for-episcopal-deacons/

March 3-5 On Zoom Registration fee: $30 Deacons serving Province I in the Episcopal Church are invited to an online conference to focus on preaching and the unique voice of the deacon to represent the...