Earlier News and Events: January through December 2008
The most recent news of 2008, from December, is listed first.
DECEMBER 2008
• Farewell to The Reverend Ramon Liz
The farewell service for the Rev. Ramon Liz, vicar of Grace Church in Elizabeth will be held on Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 11:00 am. All are invited to attend and honor his service to this diocese.
Location: Grace Church, 225 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
NOVEMBER 2008
• Lambeth 2008 Reflections
Bishop George Councell and Assistant Bishop Sylvestre Romero attended the Lambeth Conference from 16 July to 3 August 2008. This special edition of Need to know! highlights the Lambeth Reflections conference held at Trinity Cathedral on 4 October 2008, when many Province II bishops gathered to discuss the major issues facing the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion from a broad range of perspectives. Read and download here.
SEPTEMBER 2008
• SUMMER COLLEGIUM, VIRGINIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
Applications are now being accepted for the Summer Collegium, a Lilly Endowment project in support of small congregations. Twenty-five clergy and their spouses/partners from all Christian denominations will be invited to spend nine days at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia, focusing on Body, Mind, and Soul: Celebrating, Strengthening and Sustaining Clergy Wholeness in Small Congregations. The Summer Collegium takes place June 24-July 1, 2009, and applications must be postmarked by December 15, 2008 to be considered. All expenses for the event, including travel, meals, lodging, books, pulpit supply and child care at home are paid for by the grant. For more information and an application packet, visit our website at www.vts.edu/education/collegium or call Marilyn Johns at 703-461-1760.
• PHOTO RELEASE FORM
As Welcome Back Sunday approaches, you may be planning to take pictures to post on your website. Use this form to obtain permission to post the pictures.
• TROPICAL STORM HANNA
A Bulletin of the Companions with the Dominican Republic: the Dioceses of Georgia, Quincy, South Carolina, Southern Virginia, Southeast Florida, Southwest Florida, Virginia, Western Louisiana and others, sent at the request of Bishop Holguín.
On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday September 2, 3 & 4, Tropical Storm Hanna passed slowly to the north of the Dominican Republic, dumping rain over the whole country, forcing almost 11,000 persons to flee their homes, and leaving over 2,000 homes flooded out. It cut off many rural communities from contact with the rest of the country. These people are mostly the poor who, for lack of resources, live in low-lying areas and consequently bear the brunt of such storms. Hanna followed Gustav, which also dumped a lot of rain on the DR but did not cause as much damage as Hanna.
Flood waters carried away many lighter items out of the people’s homes, and soak beds, towels, clothes, etc with polluted waters. Furthermore reports are that 27 percent of the country-wide electrical network was put out of order with the electrical outages affecting the entire country. The two photos shown here are of Hanna victims, and are taken from the September 4th and the September 5th editions of the Listin Diario, the DR’s most prestigious newspaper.
And then there is the fear of Hurricane Ike, which we all are watching very closely. Currently it is a strong Category 3 hurricane, and has taken a slight southerly turn towards the DR on its generally westward course. Its forecast track is to past north of but relatively close to the DR Saturday night and Sunday. Its outer bands will affect the DR, and undoubtedly there will be more victims.
As representative of the Episcopal Church, Bishop Holguín wants to respond to the victims of Hanna and Ike with compassion and mercy. Even with such a devastating hurricane season facing us, Bishop Holguín is asking us to contribute as we are able to help those in need in the DR.
As always, your contributions for flood relief are tax deductible, and 100% of your contribution goes directly to flood relief in the DR. Send your contribution to The Dominican Development Group at P.O. Box 661, Ellenton, FL 34222.
AUGUST 2008
• The Rev. Terry L. Martin named Program Officer for Evangelism
Episcopal News Service reports that The Rev. Terry L. Martin, most recently vicar of Holy Spirit Church in Tuckerton, New Jersey has been appointed Program Officer for Evangelism at the Episcopal Church Center. "Fr. T." as he is known has also served congregations in Wisconsin , California , and South Carolina.Asked what he hopes to bring to the Episcopal Church Center, Martin replied; “I have a passion for expanding the household of God. As one who knows what it means to be an outcast, I'm driven to seek new and innovative ways for us to be faithful witnesses to the radically inclusive love of God.”
Read the full story: http://www.episcopalchurch.org/81831_99275_ENG_HTM.htm
• To all members of the Diocese of New Jersey
This is notification that the Diocese of New Jersey will no longer send unsolicited bulk email to anyone beginning October 1, 2008 in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act (Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act) of 2003 set forth by the United States Federal Trade Commission which went into effect January 1, 2004. This will not affect email sent on an individual basis. To receive future Diocesan communications via email after October 1, 2008, you must sign up for at least one of the mailing lists on the Diocese of New Jersey website at http://newjersey.anglican.org/Resources/EmailLists.html . There, you will find instructions on what they are, how to sign up, and how to use the mailing lists. The process is safe and simple and ensures that you will receive Diocesan communications. The two mailing lists that will be used by Diocesan House are the New Jersey Clergy and the Announcements mailing lists. These lists are mediated for offensive material
- The New Jersey Clergy mailing list is a vehicle for the Diocese to send out communications intended for clergy. All clergy should use this list to receive communications designated for clergy only.
- The Announcements mailing list is used by the Diocese to distribute Diocesan wide communications to lay and clergy members.
Please note: If you do not sign up for a mailing list, you will not receive important communications from the Diocesan House and our Bishops. Members of the Diocese who do not have email addresses must notify the Diocesan Office to receive mail through the post office.
We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 877-394-5281 x33 or at mwilkes@newjersey.anglican.org Thank you,
Michael Wilkes
Manager of Information Technology
Diocese of New Jersey
• Blogging from Lambeth
The Right Reverend George Councell will report to you every day from the
centre of the Anglican universe called 'Lambeth'. To view Bishop
Councell's blog, click on this address:
http://newjerseyincanterbury.blogspot.com.
• Daily Prayer Podcasts
New on the Links page: a link to Daily Morning Prayer, Noonday Prayer and Compline podcasts for download. Click here to access the new link.
• How to Achieve Good Emotional Health: A telephone wellness seminar
CIGNA Behavioral Health is presenting a one-hour telephonic wellness seminar on How to Achieve Good Emotional Health on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at 2:00pm ET / 11:00am PT. This seminar is available to both administrators and employees. When you attend this seminar you’ll:
- Learn what constitutes good emotional health Increase self-awareness Identify strategies to manage your emotions Understand ways to enhance your motivation Develop and strengthen empathy skills
- Understand how to enhance your support system
Pre-register 48 hours in advance at http://ww4.premconf.com/webrsvp using the confirmation code 9694448. Prior to the seminar, download the handouts here and the slideshow here. The seminar is available to listen to beginning Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at 3:00 pm ET (12pm PT) and will be available until 11:59 pm CT, July 18, 2008. To access the call dial 888-348-4629 and enter the passcode 694448. For those that do not have internet access to register, here is the playback information: Phone: 888-373-5705, Passcode: 694448.
JUNE 2008
• The Rev. Frederic Francis Guyott III
The Rev. Frederic Francis Guyott III died peacefully in his sleep on Friday morning, June 13, 2008, at his home. Born August 14, 1947, in Northampton, Massachusetts, he was the son of Frederic Francis and Alice Guyott. His education included a BA from the University of Pennsylvania in 1971, an MDiv from the Episcopal Divinity School in 1993, and an STM from General Theological Seminary in 1997.
He was made Deacon on May 30, 1993, by Bishop A. Lyman Bartlett, Jr, and ordained priest by Bishop Paul V. Marshall on December 9, 2000.
His ordained ministry included: assistant at the Church of St. Andrew and St. Monica, Philadelphia, from 1993-1995; assistant at St. Michael’s, Teaneck, New Jersey, 1996-1997; Assistant Rector, the Church of the Mediator, Allentown, Pa, 1999-2000; Interim Rector of Christ Church, Stroudsburg, 2000-2001; Associate Rector of the Episcopal Church of Sts. Andrew and Matthew, Wilmington, Delaware, 2001-2004; Supply Priest, St. Stephen’s, Mullica Hill, New Jersey, 2005; and rector of St. John’s, Salem, 2005-2007.
Services will be held at the Episcopal Church of Sts Andrew and Matthew, 8th and Shipley Sts, Wilmington, Delaware, on Wednesday, June 18th at 1:00 pm. Clergy are invited to attend and vest with white stole.Biographical material provided by
The Archives of the Diocese of New Jersey
• Ordination
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May 2008
• SIXTH ANNUAL HISTORY DAY, CHRIST CHURCH, SHREWSBURY
Hear the intriguing stories of individuals interred in the graveyard across three centuries! Hear Art Femenella, renowned stained glass preservationist describe the techniques used to restore Christ Church's exquisite set of 19th century stained glass windows. Tickets are $10.00 for the graveyard tour; no ticket is required for the stained glass presentation. For more information, contact the parish office at (732) 741-2220 or visit their website at http://www.christchurchshrewsbury.org/.
• SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION: BECOME A COALITION PARTNER
On Friday May 9th at 10:00am, the Social Security Administration will provide the faith based community of Trenton and other community leaders with information on how they can become coalition partners in reaching low income elderly and disabled New Jersey residents who are eligible for the 'EXTRA HELP' benefits under the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. This coalition partnership meeting will be held at the Turning Point United Methodist Church (formerly known as First United Methodist Church of Trenton) that is located at 15 South Broad Street in Trenton (public parking garage is situated near the church).
The partnership workshop will also review Social Security services that are available online and provide the audience with an opportunity to discuss their Social Security questions and concerns with representatives of the Social Security Administration.
RSVP's are required for this meeting. Anyone planning on attending should contact Mr. Dave Delaney, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist at (609) 484-8081 or by e-mail at david.delaney@ssa.gov <mailto:david.delaney@ssa.gov> . Space is limited so reservations will be on a first come first serve basis.
• CIGNA Employee Assistance Program: Battling the Blues
Feeling blue every once and while is not uncommon. In fact, it’s perfectly normal to experience occasional feelings of sadness or helplessness during difficult times. However, if you aren’t able to beat the blues after a few weeks you may be experiencing depression.
CIGNA Employee Assistance Program presents
Battling the Blues: A telephone wellness seminar
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
2:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT
When you attend this seminar you’ll learn:
- The signs and symptoms of depressionHow depression effects your workplace, family, and childrenWhy it is difficult to seek out helpTreatment options
- How to talk to someone about getting help that you feel may be depressed
Please pre-register and download handouts online at: http://ww4.premconf.com/webrsvp
Confirmation code: 3499114
Phone: 888-373-5705
Passcode: 499114You’ll receive a confirmation email with the number to call. You can download handouts from the registration site. A recording of each seminar will also be available for 10 days, starting one hour after the seminar. Check the registration site for the dial-in number and passcode.For those that do not have internet access, here is the replay information:
Phone number: 888-348-4629
Passcode: 499114
April 2008
• Coronation Anthems, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Westfield
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Handel
Organ Concerto in G minor
Rheinberger
Adagio for Organ & Strings
AlbinoniThe Saint Paul's Choir
Andrew E. Henderson, organ
Members of The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra
Charles M. Banks, conductor
Sunday, 4 May, 7:00 PM
908-232-8506, ext. 17
• FOR LEASE:
Trinity Church (Episcopal) of Asbury Park, NJ is offering approximately 8,000 square feet in its school wing for lease to a Not-For-Profit entity. Ideally configured for a pre-school, charter school, or day care facility, it includes several classrooms and a full gymnasium/auditorium with stage. Off-street parking spaces are included for the hours of operation. Many options are available and negotiable, including additional space. Available July 1. Contact Elsa Fuentes at Trinity Church at 732-216-6875 or 732-785-5759 or email Space@TrinityNJ.com . Go to the parish website to view floor layout in pdf format ( www.TrinityNJ.com ).
March 2008
• THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH & VISUAL ARTS, Diocese of New Jersey Chapter
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Announcing a New Exhibition in Synod Hall: Opening Reception Thursday, April 10 from 4-6 pm |
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The artist/clients of HomeFront and Partners in Recovery have joined forces in this amazing testimony to the power of creative expression. From men and women whose lives have been interrupted by homelessness, addiction, or mental illness, comes art that speaks from the heart and surges with life and hope.Partners in Recovery is a partial care program of Catholic Charites which provides integrated treatment for the co-occuring disorders of mental illness and substance abuse. Their mission is “Renewing lives and restoring hope by empowering individuals and families.”HomeFront, a non-profit organization located in Lawrenceville, works to help the area’s homeless population rebuild their lives “one family, one person, one day at a time”. www.homefrontnj.orgProceeds from the sale of art go directly to the artists. Some of the artists, at their initiative, have donated paintings to give back to the art program, so that the next person in their shoes will be able to paint.The exhibition will be at Trinity Cathedral, 801 W. State St., Trenton, from April 6-May 22, Please call for hours (609) 392-3805 All are invited to the Opening Reception.
• A Festive Evensong, 12 April 2008
The Right Reverend George E. Councell
XI Bishop of New JerseyRequests the honour of your presence at
A Festive Evensong
To welcome
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The Right Reverend Sylvestre D. Romero As the Assistant Bishop of New Jersey |
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On the eve of the Fourth Sunday of Easter
Saturday, the Twelfth of April
Two thousand and eight
At
Four o’clock in the afternoonTrinity Cathedral
801 West State Street
Trenton, New Jersey
Reception immediately following in Synod Hall. R.S.V.P. to Ann Notte by
April 7 to anotte@newjersey.anglican.org or call 609 394-5281
.• Death of Frederic Willard McFarland
Frederic Willard McFarland, 63, of Burlington, New Jersey, died on Monday, 17 March 2008, in Samaritan Hospice at Virtua Memorial Hospital in Mount Holly, New Jersey, after a courageous struggle with cancer.
Frederic McFarland is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Cynthia Wilson McFarland, of Burlington; by his mother, Harriett Corbin McFarland, of Phoenix, Arizona; his brother, Scott Corbin McFarland, of Santa Monica, California; a number of nieces and a nephew; and a great company of loving colleagues and friends. Samaritan Hospice provided devoted care to Frederic for the last two weeks of his life.
The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, 25 March, at 11 am, at St Mary's Episcopal Church, 145 West Broad Street, Burlington, New Jersey 08016, with the Rt. Rev. George E. Councell, as the officiant. Interment follows directly in St. Mary's Churchyard.
Visiting hours are Monday, 24 March, from 7 pm to 9 pm at Page Funeral Home, 302 East Union Street, Burlington, New Jersey 08016.
In lieu of flowers, kindly remember Frederic through a memorial gift in his name to St Mary's Hall-Doane Academy, 350 Riverbank, Burlington, New Jersey 08016, an Episcopal preparatory school to which he and his wife were both devoted.
Condolences may be emailed to his family at pagefuneralhome@comcast.net. Funeral arrangements by Page Funeral Home, Burlington.
• Right Onward Committee: The Vision of the Diocese of New Jersey, 2008 Focus
At the 224th Diocesan Convention, the Committee offered this slide presentation laying out the vision, focus and goals of the diocese moving forward. View and download the presentation.
• Spanish for All/Espana para todos The most growing community in this Nation and in the state of New Jersey speaks Spanish; and our diocese wants to plant about 10 Latino congregations; therefore, the Hispanic Ministry is a commitment of everyone in our diocese. Learning the Spanish Language will be a great advantage for this ministry. Please make your registration right now. Download the registration form.
February 2008
• Ministry to College Students
Are young people in your parish, or perhaps your own child, heading off to college? We'd like to help you make contact with the Episcopal chaplaincy or the local parish closest to their school, making them aware of students who might otherwise end up feeling as though they've fallen through the cracks. Get more information and contact a member of the Diocese of New Jersey campus ministry team here.
• Many Gifts, One Spirit
Allow the Spirit to stir up your creativity! ECVA New Jersey is accepting submissions for its Second All-Diocese Art Exhibition, to be held May 25- July 12, 2008 in Synod Hall, Trinity Cathedral, Trenton.Artists 18 years of age or older who are associated with the Episcopal Church in the Diocese of New Jersey are invited to participate. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 2, 2008. Click here for more information
.• Magnetic Church Conference
Mark your calendar for the May 2-3, 2008 conference at Trinity Cathedral in Trenton! Get the details of the Conference here. Visit magnetic-church.com.
January 2008
• Death of the Reverend Daniel Wayne Hardy
The Reverend Daniel Wayne Hardy, retired priest of the Diocese of New Jersey, died on November 15, 2007, in Salisbury, Connecticut. Born November 9, 1930, in New York City, he was the son of John Alexander and Barbara (Wyndham) Hardy. He was a 1952 graduate of Haverford College, Haverford, Pennsylvania; General Theological Seminary, earning an STB in 1955 and an STM in 1963. He took an additional degree from St. John’s College, Oxford University, in 1965. He was ordained Deacon by the Right Reverend Walter H. Gray, Bishop of Connecticut, on June 1, 1955, and Priest by the same bishop on May 1, 1956.He was Vicar of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Greenwich, Connecticut, from 1956 to 1959, and Assistant as St. Mark’s, Londonderry, Birmingham, England from 1968 to 1986. He was the author of numerous works and a contributor to scholarly journals. He was a member of the Society for the Study of Theology, the American Academy of Religion, and the American Theological Society.He married Kate Perrin Enyart on September 13, 1958. They had four children. There is a biography of him online.
Biographical material provided by the Archives of the Diocese of New Jersey