Ongoing Education
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The Rev. Bruce Henne of St. John's, St. Cloud, has been called as the new rector of All Saint's Episcopal Church in Boise, Idaho. Blessings on Bruce and Penny in this new call and thanksgiving for the many ways in which they have been a blessing to us in Region III.
Save the dates: Women's Boundary Waters Retreat: June 23-26 Region Boundary Waters Transfiguration Retreat August 4-7
For old-timers, new members, and anyone else interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church "then and now." St. Stephen's in Paynesville is hosting a book study on Making Sense of the Episcopal Church: An Introduction to its History by Ken Clark & Charlie Steen (Morehouse, 1996). Discussion about the contemporary church with an historical perspective. Thursday mornings, March 25, April 15, May 6 & 20, June 3 & 17 at 11:00 am. Book may be ordered from Pat Gillespie (contact info below) for $14.00.
Other people's churches give clear and sometimes absolute directions about today's difficult moral questions -- issues like the death penalty, abortion, homosexuality, euthanasia. The Episcopal Church seems to include people on a variety of sides of every issue -- shades of gray instead of neat black and white. Come learn, question, and discuss the tools the Episcopal Church does offer to inform our Christian consciences so we can make our own ethical decisions grounded in our common prayer and based on scripture, tradition, and reason. 4th Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm at the Black and White Hamburger Shop in Little Falls, beginning March 24 with a at 6:30, compliments of the chef (and junior warden) Ron Lyschik.
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A Bible study focused on ministry and spiritual leadership: the way the Hebrew people and the Early Church served God in community. A variety of leadership roles will be considered: priests and prophets, deacons and elders, kings and shepherds, overseers and widows, apostles and disciples. Reflections on how to be faithful to the witness of tradition while ministering in today's world. Discussion about biblical ways of selecting and appointing ministers. Second and fourth Tuesdays at noon at Good Sam, Sauk Centre.
A look at the six passages in the Bible that refer to same-gender sex and are key in the debate about how the church should respond to homosexual persons. Sponsored by The Living Waters, a worshiping community including gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons, this discussion is open to everyone who takes the Bible seriously and is willing to listen with respect to a variety of interpretations. 2nd Tuesday evenings at 8 pm (after 7 pm Holy Eucharist) at Good Sam, Sauk Centre. More Information.
On April 17, from about 10 -1 St. Anne's Altar Guild at St. John's, St. Cloud, will present a Spring Workshop/Celebration. A video, "The Stonecarvers," and a slide show, "Cathedral Flowers," will be shown. There will also be a tour of St. John's new facility and an exchange of ideas and pictures. Lunch is provided. (Yes! There is now a kitchen.) There is no charge. This event is specifically aimed at Altar Guilds but everyone is welcome. Please RSVP by April 10th to 320-251-8524. For further information E-mail to Jill jillf@kimball.polaristel.net
Seeking for growth in your spiritual life? Wanting to know more about scripture and tradition? Education for Ministry 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. Come to St. John's, St. Cloud, on Tuesday, May 6, at 7 pm to find out more.
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