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"Constant Change is a Part of Our Tradition" Diocesan Convention Wrap-Up |
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If participants in the Diocese of Vermont’s 2021 convention did not know the diocese was entering a period of turbulent change before the online sessions last Thursday and Saturday, they certainly knew it afterwards.
The convention—conducted over Zoom—was the first since Bishop Shannon MacVean-Brown announced that a recent financial analysis indicated that the diocese would run out of money at some point in 2023.
Presentations by the bishop, Bishop Sean Rowe of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York, the Rev. Scott Neal of the recently-established task force to help chart the diocese’s future and Dr. Catherine Meeks of the Absalom Jones Center of Racial Healing in Atlanta, focused primarily on how the diocese might move into a new future while deepening its commitment to racial healing.
“The church as an institution is bound by tradition and we have lived for generations thinking that part of our mission is to protect the church from change,” Bishop Shannon said, in a sermon during a service of morning prayer on Saturday, November 6. “However, we must no longer deny that constant change is part of our tradition.”
Later, in her bishop’s address, she said the diocese’s future might include closer relationships, although not a merger, with the dioceses of New Hampshire and Maine. “We are looking for ways to collaborate across dioceses so that our ministries will be strengthened, and to achieve greater efficiency and increased stewardship of our financial resources,” she said.
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Convention Videos Now Available |
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The following convention videos are available on YouTube:
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Ordinations on November 13 Melanie Combs and Linda Moore to be ordained deacons |
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By the Grace of God and with the consent of the people, Bishop Shannon will ordain Melanie Combs and Linda Moore to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday, November 13 at 11 a.m. at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Burlington.
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Celtic Advent Weekly Meditation Starting November 15 Monday through Friday at 8:30 a.m. |
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Anam Cara Sojourners, a group that explores Celtic spirituality and is directed by the Rev. Kim Hardy of St. James, Essex Junction, is hosting a weekday Celtic-themed online gathering during Advent. The series will provide quiet time for reflection to prepare for Christmas and a group to pray with during this season.
Email Kim Hardy to let her know you would like to participate, and she will provide a Zoom link. |
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The Very Rev. Greta Getlein Installed as Dean and Rector View photos online |
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On October 23, the Very Rev. Greta Getlein was installed as the dean and rector of the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Burlington.
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Province 1 Offers Monthly Formation Conversations |
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The Province 1 Christian Formation Network is hosting a series of free online monthly conversations on the third Thursday of each month.
Upcoming conversations:
November 18 at 7 p.m. Hannah Graham, “Hybrid Formation: Forming disciples without limits" Register.
December 16 at 7 p.m. Kelly Demo and Barbara McCall, “The Micah Paradigm: Building a Culture of Justice, Mercy, and Solidarity in Your Church’s Children and Youth Programs" Register. |
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Rock Point Eucharist on November 19 |
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The next Eucharists are scheduled for December 17 and January 14.
Attendees may join in person or using the following Zoom link:
Email the Rev. Lisette Baxter, a member of the Rock Point Intentional Community planning team, with questions or to be added to the Rock Point Intentional Community mailing list. |
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Diocesan Sacred Ground Program Begins in January In partnership with the Diocese of Alabama |
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Members of the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont are invited to participate in the Episcopal Church's Sacred Ground program via Zoom with members of the Diocese of Alabama. The program, part of the Episcopal Church's Becoming Beloved Community initiative, invites participants to learn about the history of race and racism in the United States in the context of family stories, economic class, and political and regional identity.
To sign up or learn more about joining this Sacred Ground circle, email Amy Hastings or call her at 802-989-0647.
Image: Bishop Glenda S. Curry of the Diocese of Alabama with Bishop Shannon. |
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Green Mountain Online Abbey Schedule |
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The Green Mountain Online Abbey meets on Zoom Monday through Saturday at 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 8:00 p.m.
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Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster Shot |
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Online Giving Continues Give to congregations or diocesan institutions |
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Though many congregations are now meeting in person, the Diocese of Vermont will continue to process online gifts for all congregations and absorb all payment processing fees.
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November 14: Ministries of lay leaders and their families throughout the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont
November 21: Ministries of the ordained and their families throughout the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont
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EVENTS CALENDAR AT A GLANCE |
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November 19 at 12 p.m.: Rock Point Eucharist |
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The Mountain is published every other Wednesday. Please send submission to communications@diovermont.org by 5:00 p.m. the Monday before publication. |
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