Events for The Episcopal Diocese of Arizona

Trinity Institute 39th National Theological Conference

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0500

As we rethink how to grow, build, supply, consume, dispose, and recycle everything in our lives, we often fail at partnering with the marginalized and powerless, and thus adversely affect them. Building sustainable communities goes hand-in-hand with thoughtful building of infrastructures and physical spaces. Is there a theological basis for living abundantly while striving for justice and sustainability?

In 2009, Trinity Institute will explore sustainability through the lens of liberation theology, which views Jesus not only as redeemer but also liberator of the oppressed. It posits a vision of Christians working together toward social justice by considering all people as full partners in healing our planet and our communities, regardless of their social or economic status. Only in striving for sustainable relationships, rather than accumulating and consuming more for ourselves, can we discover true abundance.

Through keynote speeches and panel discussions by leading theologians and grassroots activists, this three-day conference will consider radical ideas about abundance, sustainability, and well-being. Interactive reflection groups throughout will enable you to share your own experiences and solutions with fellow attendees.

Trinity Institute takes place at Trinity Church in New York City, but includes a diverse audience that joins the conference via video webcasts at designated partner sites around the world.

Choral Evensong

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Organ Recital at 6:30 p.m. and Service at 7 p.m. The service is sung and incense used in the tradition of the English Church and Benedictine monastic communities. This year, The Rev. Canon Frank Clark will be the officiant. Each service will begin with the lighting of the candles from the Order for Evening in the Book of Common Prayer. Music will
be led by the Women’s Chant Choir and a reception follows the service in the Narthex.

Choral Evensong dates are: Sunday Jan.11th, Feb.8, March 8.

Leadership retreat for vestry members

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:00:00 -0500

Chapel Rock Conference Center and the Canon to the Ordinary announce the first of what will become an annual event. Beginning with dinner on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009 and ending with lunch on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 Chapel Rock will host a leadership retreat for vestry members of Arizona congregations.

"Healthy Leadership for Mission-Minded Congregations: A Retreat for Vestry Members" is for all vestry members - new or experienced - to learn how to serve as effective leaders in congregations, both as a spiritual and organizational leader. This event is open for all parish/mission clergy, vestry members, wardens, treasurers and clerks of vestries.

Please note: If your congregation has not held its elections for new vestry members by Jan. 8, the bishop will be holding his workshop for newly elected vestry members at the Ministry Fair, on Saturday, March 7. So bring your wardens, returning vestry members, clerk and treasurer to network with others, gain new insights and understandings, and come away feeling refreshed and empowered.

Topics on the retreat will include: Vestry Membership as Spiritual /Servant Leadership; The Role of a Vestry Member; Wardens Roundtable discussion; What You Need To Know as Clerk or Treasurer; Financial Stewardship: Funding Current and Future Ministry, among others. There will also be time set aside for vestries of individual congregations to meet by themselves and discuss what they've learned and how to apply or share it back home.

TEC@Chapel Rock

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0500

So what is TEC?

Tec is a 3-day, peer led spiritual retreat -- it is a great experience - whether you go to church or not.

The weekend is based on a series of talks and small group discussions. TEC offers opportunities for both new participants ("candidates") and returning TECers to learn about and explore a relationship with Jesus Christ. The atmosphere of the weekend makes it easy to develop new friendships and experience being part of a loving and supportive community. It is three days of worship, great contemporary music, play, prayer, good food, fun and fellowship.

What Happens at TEC?

When you arrive at Chapel Rock you will be greeted by your hosts for the weekend - a team made up of youth, adults and youth leaders.

You will hear a variety of talks by students like you who will share their struggles and insights as they are incorporating faith into their every day lives. The talks include topics such as - "Who am I in relation to God", "God is Love", "Being one who is ‘sent'", and "Community".

There are some surprises at TEC that will add excitement and inspiration to the weekend.

Who May Attend?

High school students, grades 9-12, and college-aged students may attend the weekend - separate groups of course. First-time attenders at TEC go through as "candidates". After that, you may apply to be on the "team" that puts the weekend together for the new group of candidates.

How do I Sign Up for TEC?

Fill out this PDF form! Be sure to fill out your form as soon as possible as spaces fill up quickly.

Where is TEC?

TEC is held at Chapel Rock. With fresh mountain air, the scent of pines, and a vista of massive boulders and nearby mountains, Chapel Rock is the perfect location for a weekend away. Chapel Rock is located at 1131 Country Club Drive, Prescott, AZ 86303. Emergency Phone: 928-445-3499. When you register a map will be sent to you so that your parents can pick you up on Sunday.

Taize service@ St. Peter's

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 19:00:00 -0500

A meditative prayer and chant service. Taizé has spawned a unique style of worship music that reflects the meditative nature of the community. Taizé music emphasises simple phrases, usually lines from Psalms or other pieces of Scripture, repeated and sometimes also sung in canon. The repetition is intended to aid meditation and prayer. Much of the Taizé community music was conceived and composed by Jacques Berthier.

You are invited to have lunch with Bishop Smith

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500

PHOENIX - Bishop Kirk Smith will be hosting one lunch per month with three people and you can be one of them! These eight lunches are an opportunity for Bishop to hear your thoughts about what is happening in the church on a local, diocesan, and larger scale. If you are interested in attending one of these lunches, please contact Shantae Carver at Diocesan House, 602-254-0976 or shantae@azdiocese.org to make your reservation. The dates are:

December 4
January 15
February 13
March 10
April 23
May 22

Taize service @ St. James

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:00:00 -0500

Taizé service at St. Stephen's

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:00:00 -0500

Taizé service @ Christ the King

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 18:30:00 -0500

American Girl Club meeting

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0500

Please join us as at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church for our American Girl Club for people of all ages. Attendees do not need to have an American Girl doll to attend, just an interest in history and a willingness to join in the fun.

November's meeting will be in the upper courtyard kitchen.

Our proposed schedule is:

September-October: Josefina, 1824 New Mexico (Hispanic culture)
November-December: Molly/Emily, 1944 Illinois (World War II)
January-February: Kirsten, 1854 Minnesota (immigration)
March-April: Samantha/Nellie, 1904 New York (child labor)
May-June: Addy, 1864 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Civil War)
July-August: Julie/Ivy, 1974 San Francisco, California (Bicentennial)
September-October: Kaya, 1764 Pacific Northwest (Native American culture)
November-December: Felicity/Elizabeth, 1774 Williamsburg, Virginia (Revolution)

Proposed activities include reading, cooking, crafts, field trips, an overnight lock-in, doll first aid, customized dolls, and guest speakers.

Emily and Katherine prepare club sandwiches at the American Girl Club meeting on Aug. 10 at St. Stephen's, Phoenix. Kit's mother might have served club sandwiches at garden parties before the family lost their business and money in the Great Depression. Ambrosia Salad was also made by the girls. Greta Huls/Diocese of Arizona

Please bring some money (if possible) to contribute for a historically accurate lunch that we shall make together as well as supplies.

An Introduction to Anti-Racism Training

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0500

There are No Outcasts

Sponsored by the Anti-Racism Committe of the Diocese of Arizona

The Diocesan Anti Racism Committee is providing a training event on Nov. 22 at Trinity Cathedral from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Anti racism is a priority of the National Church and by way of General Convention Resolution, each Diocese has been asked to provide training for all members to begin the dismantling of racism.

I am requesting that each parish be represented by at least one clergy and two lay persons. Lunch and child care will be provided. For more detailed information contact Canon Judith Conley 623-393-0342, judyjudithconley@cox.net or The Rev. Canon Carmen Guerrero at 602-254-0976, carmen@azdiocese.org.

Anti-racism PDF flyer

Anti-racism PDF application