Our spring Region III meeting was canceled. If you have agenda items for our next meeting (as yet unscheduled) contact our Region Dean, Myra King, at 218-894-1195. Contact Noel Rich at ndrich@rea-alp.com or 320-763-3201 with feedback from Emmanuel Church's work on the Canons.
Escape to the wilderness for spiritual reflection, relaxation, and fun. Region III's Fourth Annual Region Wilderness Retreat July 18-21. Women's Retreat, September 19-22. Both trips will enter from Poplar Lake and set up base camp on Gaskin Lake. An easy trip, but far enough in for solitude. Cost will vary from $65-95 per camper according to what equipment participants have. Space is limited. Contact Pat (below) for details.
Opportunities for new ministers to receive training and experienced ministers to have a refresher and share their experience. Lay Readers, LEMs, and LEVs require training to be licensed by the diocese. Contact your parish priest if you have questions about your licensing.
Lector and Lay Readers Training
For those who read the lessons (lectors) and those who lead services,
e.g., Morning Prayer, (lay readers).
Thursday, June 1, evening at St Luke's, Willmar
Contact: Connie Claxton 320-693-6035 claxton@willmar.com
LEM and Acolyte Training
For those called to assist with Holy Communion as Lay Eucharistic
Ministers (LEMs, a.k.a "chalice bearers") and acolytes.
Saturday, June3, 10am-noon at Our Saviour's in Little Falls.
Particularly for those who will be serving in the Spirit of the
Heartland, though open to all. In preparation for our Spirit of the
Heartland sacramentalists, we're working toward consistency in altar
service among our four churches.
LEV TRAINING
Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEVs) take Communion to those who are
homebound or hospitalized. Those attending the LEV training should have
some experience as LEMs/chalice bearers, whether or not currently
licensed.
Saturday, June 24, 9 am - 2 pm. St. John's, St Cloud.
Coming soon: Altar Guild
Particularly for those who will be serving in the Spirit of the
Heartland, though open to all. Emphasis on the spirituality of this
ministry and the sharing of experienced ministers. In preparation for
our Spirit of the Heartland sacramentalists, we're working toward
consistency in altar service among our four churches.
Probably a Saturday in July or August at St. John's, St. Cloud.
Seeking growth in your spiritual life? Wanting to know more about scripture and tradition? Education for Ministry (EFM) is an opportunity to grow, learn, and worship with a small community of Christians. Twice monthly gatherings for nine months of the year; schedule and location according to those interested. Find out more about Education for Ministry by attending an open session with one of our EFM groups. Thurs, June 1, 7:00 pm at Our Saviour's in Little Falls Thurs, June 22, 9:00 am - 1:30pm at St. Stephen's, Paynesville Intro session: Thurs, June 29, 7:00 pm at St. John's, St. Cloud Ask any EFM member for more information. Check for updates on scheduled trainings at www.MotherFlash.com/spirit/trainings.html
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