Diocese of Central Florida

From the Bishop s Office Ordination April 1 st : Diocese of Central Florida 0B0BLeadership News Items for the Month of April, 2017 God willing and the people consenting The Right Reverend Gregory Orrin Brewer, Bishop, will ordain Peter James Speropulos, IV to the Sacred Order of Priests in Christ s One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church on Saturday, April 1 at 11:00 o clock a.m. St. Alban s Episcopal Church 202 Pontotoc Plaza, Auburndale, Florida 33823 Your prayers and presence are requested Clergy: Red Stoles Reception following + + + New Ministry Celebration May 7th: There will be a Celebration of a New Ministry and Institution of The Reverend Rebecca Denise Toalster as Rector at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 500 West Stuart Street, Bartow, FL 33830 on Sunday, May 7 at 4:00 o clock p.m. Your prayers and presence are requested Clergy: Red Stoles Reception follows in the Parish Hall Bishop Brewer s April Visitation Schedule: Saturday, April 1, 11 a.m. Priesthood Ordination, St. Alban s, Episcopal Church, Auburndale Sunday, April 2, a.m. St. Paul s Episcopal Church, New Smyrna Beach Tuesday, April 4 Thursday, April 6 Communion Partners Gathering, Camp Weed, Live Oak Thursday, April 13 6:30 pm Loaves & Fishes Dinner; 7:30 pm Maundy Thursday Liturgy at Cathedral Friday, April 14 12:00 Noon Good Friday Liturgy at Cathedral Sunday, April 16 a.m. Easter at Cathedral Church of St. Luke, Orlando Wednesday, April 19 Friday, April 21 EVAC-USA Conference at Canterbury Retreat Center, Oviedo Saturday, April 22, 11 a.m. 2 p.m. Gateway to Hope Ministry at St. Patrick s, Ocala Sunday, April 23, a.m. St. George Episcopal Church, The Villages Wednesday, April 26 Saturday, April 29 Mission Alliance Conference in Alexandria, Virginia Calendar of Diocesan Offerings April 14 th: GOOD FRIDAY Congregations invited to designate offering for the Church in the Holy Land Institute for Christian Studies Live Class Saturday, April 8 th Social Media: Proclaiming the Gospel in the 21 st Century The Rev. Canon Dr. Justin Holcomb How do you proclaim the good news in the 21st Century? Learn how technology can help you get the good news into the hands of those who need it most. This hands-on class covers websites as well as social media staples Facebook and Twitter. We ll learn how to get local media to promote church events and cover other communication applications such as podcasting, blogging, and Skype. Syllabus: http://icscourses.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/social-media.pdf Class day begins with Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m. and concludes by 3:30 p.m. Coffee is available throughout the day. There is a 45-minute lunch break. Cost $35 per day (non-credit) or $45 per day (ICS credit). Classes are held at the Diocesan Office, 1017 E. Robinson Street, Orlando, FL 32801 REGISTER ONLINE or call The Ven. Kristi Alday, Dean at (407) 423-3567 x303 or (800) 299-3567 x 303 MORE information at: http://icscourses.org

Hats on to the Ladies Afternoon Tea April 15 th at St. Mark s, Haines City St. Mark s Episcopal Church invites you to join them for the 7 th Annual Easter Afternoon of Elegance as they celebrate A Parade of Hats, Saturday, April 15 th, 4-6 p.m. in Brathwaite Hall at 102 N. 9 th Street, Haines City, 33844. Entertainment features guest speaker Pamela Dulan and vocalist Coreen Herry. Cost $15 Call St. Mark s office (863) 422-1416 to make reservations. Proceeds benefit St. Mark s Building Fund. FLYER included in this issue. Positively Evangelical Conference: April 19 th -21 st at Canterbury Conference Center The Evangelical Fellowship of the Anglican Communion-USA invites you to Positively Evangelical, a Conference where you will have a chance to exchange ideas, be encouraged, be refreshed, hear great talks, and worship. The Conference runs from Wednesday, April 19 th, 12 noon through Friday, April 21 st, 12 noon at Canterbury Conference Center, 1601 Alafaya Trail, Oviedo, 32765. Speakers include Bishop Greg Brewer, Father Charlie Holt, Dean Andrew Pearson, Canon Justin Holcomb, and others. Overnight, Day, and Seminarian rates available. Register at www.efac-usa.org FLYER INCLUDED in this issue REGISTRATION OPEN NOW AT.Happening Friday, April 28 th Sunday, April 30 th at Camp Wingmann, Happening is a Christian experience presented by teenagers for teenagers. It is designed for youth in grades 10-12 and sponsored by the Episcopal Church. Most young people have serious questions about Jesus and the Church. Happening is designed to address these questions. During a Happening weekend, participants experience the love of Christ as shown through prayer, worship, and the ministry of peers, clergy, and lay adults. The Happeners are encouraged to make their renewed faith a apart of their everyday lives. Happening shows how Christianity can keep pace with the many changes in our lives and our world. Happening runs from Friday, April 28 th at 6 p.m. through Sunday, April 30 th at 5 p.m. at Camp Wingmann, 3404 Wingmann Road, Avon Park, FL 33825 Cost: $125 per person For information call The Rev. Becky Toalster: 863-370-7185 Register at: http://cfdiocees.org/episcopalyouth/event/happening/ Fresh Expressions Visions Day, Thursday, May 11 th Fresh Expressions is an exciting movement that is cultivating new forms of church alongside existing congregations in order to reach a changing world. The Diocese of Central Florida is sponsoring Changing Church for a Changing World: A Fresh Expressions Vision Day at University Carillon United Methodist Church at 1395 Campus View Court, Oviedo 32765 on Thursday, May 11 th, 9 a.m. to3:30 p.m. The Vision Day is open to all clergy and laity. Cost is $20 per person from our diocese and includes coffee, refreshments and lunch. For more information contact Deacon John Motis (john@cci-83.com). Register online at: http://freshexpressionsus.org/event/vision-day-orlando-fl/ FLYER included in this issue Youth Leadership Conference May 19 th 21 st at Camp Wingmann Camp Wingmann is offering an exciting opportunity for young adults. On the weekend of May 19-21 we are having our first annual Young Adult Leadership Conference. During this event participants will experience leadership activities and hear from experienced leaders from around the Diocese. FLYER Annual Report Form for non-parochial priests and priests age 72 and older Included in this issue you will find the 2017 Annual Report Form for all non-parochial priests and priests age 72 and older who wish to be licensed in the Diocese of Central Florida. [This form has also been emailed.] If you have not already submitted a completed Annual Report form for 2017, Please print out the form included then complete and return it to The Reverend Canon Tim Nunez at the diocesan office, 1017 East Robinson Street, Orlando, FL 32801 or by email to: tnunez@cfdiocese.org by June 15 th. Licenses will be sent electronically via your email address for the coming year (July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018). If you would prefer to have your License and/or the Annual Report form sent via U.S. Mail, please make that request by calling Erick Perez at (407) 432-3567 or via email at: eperez@cfdiocese.org A list of Priests available for Supply is compiled from the information provided on the Annual Report. For a list of supply clergy, go tohttp://www.cfdiocese.org/our-clergy/ click on Available for supply Yes Search to bring up a list OR contact Erick Perez

Mark your Calendars for Coming Events Sat, April 15, 4 6 pm Tea at St. Mark s Episcopal Church, Haines City FLYER INCLUDED Fri, Apr28 Sun, Apr 30 Happening for High School Youth at Camp Wingmann** Register at: http://cfdiocese.org/episcopalyouth/ Tues, May 2, 10am-3pm Central Deanery Clericus Location to be decided Weds, May 3, 10am-1pm Sun, May 7, 4pm Tues, May 9, 10am-3pm Youth Leader Meeting with Lunch at Diocesan Office New Ministry Celebration for Becky Toalster at Holy Trinity, Bartow Southeast Deanery Clericus at St. Gabriel s, Titusville Thurs, May 11, 10am-12:30pm CFESA Meeting at Diocesan Office Thurs, May 11, 9 am-3:30 pm Fresh Expressions Visioning Day, Oviedo FLYER included Fri, May 19, 5 pm Sun, May 21, 1 pm Young Adult Leadership Discovery Conference at Camp Wingmann Details at http://www.campwingmann.org/upcomingevents.html Mon, Jun 5- Weds, Jun7 Province IV ECW Retreat at Camp McDowell Navoo, Alabama FLYER Click here for the Registration form click here Sun, Jun 11, 5 pm Sun, Jun 11, 5-8 pm Celebration of Holy Eucharist remembering Pulse at the Cathedral, Orlando Canterbury Celebration Dinner at Canterbury Center, Oviedo Summer Camp Sessions at Camp Wingmann: Camp St. Mark: June 11-16, 2017 Senior High Age Campers entering grades 9-12 Camp St. Barnabas: June 18-23, 2017 Middle School Campers entering grades 6-8 Camp Trinity: June 25-30, 2017 Elementary Age Campers entering grades 3-5 Camp St. Peter: July 9-14, 2017 Senior High School Age Campers entering grades 9-12 Camp St. Francis: July 16-21, 2017 Middle School Age Campers entering grades 6-8 Camp St. Mary: July 23-28, 2017 Elementary Age Campers entering grades 3-5 Registrations for each camp will close one week prior to the start of the camp session. Register at http://www.campwingmann.org/ click on the RED registration button on the left side of the page ** WEBSITES for complete listing of Canterbury and Camp Wingmann and Diocesan Youth events: Website for Canterbury Conference Center Events: http://canterburyretreat.org/events Website Camp Wingmann Events: http://www.campwingmann.org/upcomingevents.html Website Diocesan Youth Events: http://cfdiocese.org/episcopalyouth/

St. Mark s Episcopal Church Presents its 7 th Annual Easter Afternoon of Elegance Hats on to the Ladies with Afternoon Tea Come join us as we celebrate our theme A Parade of Hats Saturday, April 15, 2017 4:00pm 6:00pm @ St. Mark s Episcopal Church New Brathwaite Hall 102 N. 9 th Street Haines City, FL 33844 Tickets: $15.00 per person Men are also invited Special Guest Speaker: Minister Pamela Dulan Live Entertainment: Ms. Coreen Herry Talented Vocalist As in the past, Prizes will be given to the most original, the funniest, and the prettiest hats. Created by Lady Genevieve Proceeds In Aid of St. Mark s Building Fund

EFAC USA EVANGELICAL FELLOWSHIP IN THE ANGLICAN COMMUNION POSITIVELY EVANGELICAL the 2017 EFAC-USA Conference April 19-21 Canterbury Retreat Center Oviedo, Florida A chance to exchange ideas, be encouraged, be refreshed, hear great talks, and worship together with other evangelicals in the Episcopal and Anglican churches at a peaceful and beautiful location. SPEAKERS INCLUDE Charlie Holt, Andrew Pearson, Greg Brewer and more. LOCATION: Canterbury Retreat Center 1601 Alafaya Trail Oviedo, Florida 32765 REGISTRATION OPEN NOW AT WWW.EFAC-USA.ORG DAY & SEMINARIAN RATES AVAILABLE $300 $260 $150 (full incl. room) (full double occupancy) (commuter rate)

FL ORLANDO May 11-9am-3:30pm University Carillon UMC 1395 Campus View Court Oviedo, FL 32765 The ministry landscape is changing. Are you ready? What if the Church got creative about engaging the 21st century world with the gospel? What if the Church could empower and equip God's people to connect with their neighborhoods and networks? It is happening across the globe and it can happen in your context! What is a Vision Day? Fresh Expressions Vision Day is a one-day interactive training that can catalyze your church to: See opportunity in the new mission field Hear how fresh expressions are renewing the church Discover how fresh expressions of church develop and grow Consider what a fresh expression might look like in your context Discover your role in releasing these new missions CHANGING CHURCH FOR A CHANGING WORLD: A FRESH EXPRESSIONS VISION DAY Cost $20 - Sponsor* $35 - General Admission Questions? Email Rev. John Motis John@cci-83.com Dr. Chris Backert National Director, Fresh Expressions Chris.Backert@freshexpressionsus.org REGISTER ONLINE! http://freshexpressionsus.org/event/vision-day-orlando-fl/ and ENQUIRE Episcopal Church of the Good TODAY Shepherd *This vision day is sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida

YOUNG AI}ULT LEADERSHIP DISCOVERY CONFERENCE MAY Ï9.2T,2017 CAMP f,vingmann HAUT YOU EVËR ASKËD? "Whof is Christion leodership?" "Do you hove lo be ordoined fo be o Christion leoder?" "Does being o Chrisfion leoder meon fhof I hqve fo be one of lhose crozy evongelism people ThqT stond on The slreel eorners?" "Whol does the Bible sqy obout being o Christion leoden?" During this conference we will be exploring Christian leadership in the Bible. You will have the oppoftunity to learn about and experience leadership and what your spiritual gifts are as Disciples of Christ. Thereþre, my beloaed, be ste ødfa,st, im,moa able, alw ay s excelli,ng in the work of the Lord, because you know th,at in the Lord yozll' Iahor ís not in ue.in. I Cor. 15:58

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Annual Report - 2017 Non-Parochial Priests and Priests 72 years of age or older Diocese of Central Florida Please return completed form by June 15 th to: The Rev. Timothy C. Nunez, 1017 East Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida 32801 Name Spouse's Name Address City State Zip Code Phone e-mail address Diocese of Canonical Residence Date of Birth Currently Serving (parish/institution and city) Brief description of ministry (or causes/reasons which have prevented exercise of same) - continue on back if necessary: I am interested in: supply work (occasional Sunday services) interim ministry (more continuous service) part time work in parish or mission nothing beyond present responsibilities For any of the above, I am willing to travel approximately miles. In 2017-2018, I am available for the following months/dates: Signature Date Note: By signing this form you certify that the information is correct and (where appropriate) are applying for a renewal of your license to function as a priest in the Diocese of Central Florida and/or wish to remain in your present tenure. You are also certifying compliance with Safeguarding God s Children training in the prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Safeguarding God s People training in the prevention of Adult Sexual Misconduct.

Episcopal Church Women Province IV Retreat June 5-7, 2017 Camp McDowell Nauvoo, Alabama Building Bridges of Peace and Reconciliation Year Two: In our Parishes and Communities With a Focus on Racial Reconciliation Retreat Leader The Rev. Mary Catherine Akamatsu Associate Rector of St. Thomas, Huntsville, Alabama Co-Founder of Metagem Institute For more information, please contact Pat Rutenberg, Province IV ECW President pbrutenberg@gmail.com OR Province IV Website http://www.provinceiv.org