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Ministry in Eastern and Western Michigan:
Last month, St. Christopher's, Northport held a dual celebration - the installation of their rector, the Rev. Dr. Chrysanne Timm (who also serves Bethany Lutheran ELCA), and their fiftieth anniversary of the congregation. Congratulations, Northport!
To contribute a photo of the life and work of the church from your local congregation, please send your submission to kforsyth@eastmich.org.
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- October 17 - Fall Harvest Party at Plainsong Farm from 4-6pm.
- October 19-24 - Four Zoom Meet & Greets with the nominee for Bishop Provisional. Info.
- October 23 - Celebration of New Ministry - Grace, Traverse City and Jim Perra at 5pm.
- October 29-30 - Joint Diocesan Convention in Lansing. Info and registration - Eastern Michigan and Western Michigan.
- November 7 - Celebration of New Ministry - Emmanuel, Petoskey and Kay Houck at 10am.
- November 7 - Celebration of New Ministry - All Saints, Saugatuck and Jay Johnson at 4pm.
- November 10 - Preaching the Gospel of Luke with Professor John Lewis for clergy and licensed preachers. Learn more and register.
- March 4-5 - Save the date! CORR Anti-Racism Training at Grace, Grand Rapids.
- March 18-20 - Save the date! Episcopal middle schoolers will be invited to attend CHARGE, hosted by our ELCA neighbors.
- April 29-30 - Save the date! Province V's Big Provincial Gathering in South Bend, IN.
- July 7-13 - Save the date! Progressive Mission Trip for high schoolers.
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Episcopal News Service - Wisconsin's three Episcopal dioceses to pursue reunion as one, leaders announce
"Formal partnerships already are in place between the dioceses of Eastern and Western Michigan and between the dioceses of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York."
The Flint Journal - ...Grand Blanc church hosting flu vaccine events
"St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church is partnering with Rite Aid pharmacies for free flu and COVID-19 shots this weekend in Grand Blanc Township."
Harbor Country News - Blessed are the Pets
"The Annual St. Francis of Assisi Blessing of the Animals Service was held...at the Episcopal Church of the Mediator in Harbert..."
Grand Haven Tribune - Standing against harassment...
(Op-Ed by the Rev. Jared Cramer, requires subscription) "A local community activist, Nick Brock, reached out to me last week to see if our church would be interested in hosting a community event...."
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Celebrating the Feast of St. Francis in Eastern and Western Michigan
Many congregations offering pet blessings throughout October
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Several congregations across the two dioceses have offered (or will offer!) pet blessings this month in recognition of the Feast of Saint Francis, which falls each year on October 4th.
Pet blessings took on many forms this year as some chose to incorporate the prayers as part of Sunday services indoors and outdoors, some held special services outside of normal worship, and some blessings took place at animal shelters and other community locations.
Saint Francis of Assisi -- a twelfth century Catholic friar, mystic, philosopher, and mystic -- is known for his identification with the poverty and suffering of Christ and has become the patron saint of animals and creation. Click here to read more about St. Francis on the blog from the Episcopal Church Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music.
Photos, clockwise: the Rev. Jim Perra (Grace, Traverse City) blesses a horse; the children's choir at Grace, Port Huron was joined by a furry friend; dogs ready for the processional at St. Paul's, Flint; the Rev. Dr. Randall Warren (St. Luke's, Kalamazoo) offers a blessing; the Rev. Darlene Kuhn (Mediator, Harbert) offers a blessing; the Rev. Sue Rich (Trinity, Bay City) offers a blessing.
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MEET & GREETS WITH THE NOMINEE FOR BISHOP PROVISIONAL
An opportunity to meet the nominee ahead of the convention
An update from the Standing Committees on October 5th included the opportunity to RSVP for one of four opportunities to "meet" the nominee over Zoom ahead of the upcoming joint diocesan convention. All are welcome!
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OPEN CLERGY POSITIONS
(NEW) St. Luke's, Kalamazoo and St. Mark's, Paw Paw seeks a "55 and Better" Minister and Priest-in-Charge. View the profile.
Grace, Grand Rapids seeks a full-time rector. View the profile.
St. John's, Midland seeks a full-time rector. View the profile.
Grace, Port Huron seeks a full-time rector. View the profile.
St. David's, Lansing seeks an interim priest-in-charge. Job description.
St. James, Albion seeks a quarter-time priest. View the profile.
Transfiguration, Indian River seeks a full or part-time rector. View the profile.
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OPEN LAY POSITIONS
(NEW) St. Paul's, Flint seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant. View the listing.
(NEW) The Episcopal Dioceses of Eastern & Western Michigan seek a part-time Communications Assistant. View the listing.
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OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES
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Plainsong Farm Harvest Party
Sunday, October 17th at 4:00pm
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 Plainsong Farm will host a Harvest Party this Sunday, October 17th from 4-6pm.
The event includes donuts, cider, and live music as well as tours of the farm and opportunities to get to know more about its ministry and work. A brief presentation will take place at 5pm, followed by lawn games and a scavenger hunt for all ages.
Click here to RSVP for this free event.
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CONGREGATIONAL CALENDAR
- October 16 - Blessing of the Animals at Trinity, West Branch at noon.
- October 16 - Mindful Walking with Mediator, Harbert at 8am at the Chikaming Township Park & Preserve. Pet friendly.
- October 17 - Outdoor Oktoberfest at Grace, Holland at noon.
- October 18 - Hike with St. Timothy's, Richland at 6pm at the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail (D Avenue Trailhead).
- October 23 - Family & Kids Night for Día de los Muertos from 3-8pm at St. John's, Grand Haven. RSVP.
- October 23 - "Falloween" Festival at Grace, Grand Rapids from 6-8pm.
- October 28 - Trunk or Treat in the parking lot at Grace, Holland from 7-8pm.
- November 6 - Holiday Bazaar at Trinity, Bay City from 9-3pm.
- November 7 - St. John's, Midland will host a Celebration of Life and Remembrance at 4pm for all that have had to say goodbye to loved ones throughout the pandemic.
- November 11-13 - Craft Show and Holiday Bazaar at St. Jude's, Fenton to raise funds for their elevator project.
- November 12 - Artwalk at St. Paul's, Flint featuring artist Tom Myers and with music from the Flint Mastersingers.
- December 10 - Artwalk at St. Paul's, Flint featuring artist Margrit Schlatter and with music from pianist Holly Richardson.
- September 21-Oct 1, 2022 - Tour of England's Great Cathedrals with Emmanuel, Petoskey. Info.
- Weekly Events -
- Gentle Yoga at St. Andrew's, Grand Rapids from 6-7pm, led by Jeff Brown. Suggested donation, $5-10.
- Walk for Peace & Justice on Wednesdays at noon, leaving from the Grace, Traverse City parking lot.
- Community Yoga several days a week at Epiphany, South Haven. Learn more.
- Artsy Church at St. Gregory's, Muskegon on 2nd and 4th Mondays at 5:30pm. Call 231-780-2955 for more info.
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FEATURED LOCAL EVENT
Emmanuel, Petoskey welcomes all to join Fall 2022 Tour of England's Great Cathedrals
 Next fall, Emmanuel, Petoskey will host a tour of England's Great Cathedrals, September 21-October 1, 2022, including sites in London, Cambridge, Ely, Lincoln, York Minster, Durham, and Edinburgh. They welcome Episcopalians from across the two dioceses to join the group.
Click here to view a flyer for the trip.
Click here for the registration form.
For more information, or to indicate your interest, contact André Strydom, Director of Music Ministries, at andre@eecpetoskey.org.
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NEWS FROM THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
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LOAN & GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
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