This is The Scoop, a communication from the Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida. Send items to share to Jim DeLa, director of communications.
The Scoop for June 18, 2008:
Fair trade at convention: This year's diocesan convention, set for Oct. 10-11 at Christ Church, Bradenton, will include a Ministry Fair, an opportunity for congregations, ministries and church-related vendors to be visible and tell their stories. (Clergy, take note: Almy's will be there). Planners promise it will be in a high-traffic area, so convention-goers can’t miss the exhibits.
The fair is limited to 50 tables. Yes, you'll be allowed to sell items or seek donations to support your work. To reserve your table, please contact the Rev. Joel Morsch at Christ Church in Bradenton. The deadline for reservations is Aug. 1. Visit the convention web page at http://www.episcopalswfl.org/diocesan_convention.
Coming to a narthex near you: The July/August issue of the diocese’s bi-monthly newsmagazine, The Southern Cross, will arrive in churches in early July. This issue will include coverage of the June 28 Diocesan Council meeting, where DaySpring’s interim director, Dr. Charles Wallace, will make a report on the state of the conference center. The issue will also provide a concise preview of the upcoming Lambeth Conference of bishops is England, an overview of plans for diocesan convention and a look at this year’s diocesan summer camp.
Mark your calendars:
“Restoring The Soul” Basic Healing Conference: June 26-28, at Church of the Holy Spirit, Osprey. Teachings cover foundational concepts of inner healing, blocks to healing, repentance and forgiveness, inner vows, word curses, renewal of the mind, and Holy Spirit empowerment. Group rates are available for 10 or more. For more information about registration and conference fees, contact CHS at (941) 966-1924 or chsosprey@verizon.net.
Third Annual Women’s Healing Conference; Sept. 5-6, at the Christian Retreat Center on Fort Myers Beach, sponsored by the Amazing Love Healing Ministry of Church of the Holy Spirit, Osprey. A Sunday morning Eucharist on the beach will be held for those who choose to stay. For more information about registration and conference fees, contact CHS at (941) 966-1924 or chsosprey@verizon.net.
People Notes:
The Very Rev. John Hartnett, rector of St. Giles Church in Pinellas Park, is leaving to accept a call at St. Vincent’s Church in St. Petersburg. His first Sunday at St. Vincent’s will be Sept. 14.
The Rev. Joseph Maiocco, has accepted the call as rector of St. John’s in Naples. He is currently the rector of Church of the Advent in Westlake, Ohio. His first Sunday in Naples will be Aug. 3.
Denise Vaughn graduated May 13 with a master of divinity degree from the Episcopal Seminary of the Southwest. Vaughn, from St. David’s Episcopal Church in Englewood, was one of 41 persons who received degrees and certificates.
