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Volume 2, Issue 7 February 13-19, 2008 ODR Seeks Lent Means Gumbo at St. James Communications By Phillip Wright Officer For over 55 years St. James, Baton Rouge, has hosted gumbo lunches on Fridays during Lent. There is both dine-in and take-out meals of chicken or The Office of Disaster Response is seeking to hire a Communications shrimp gumbo, salad, desert, and a drink. Officer to help share the good news The decorated tables of Bishops Hall, supported by a jazz band, create a of the Episcopal Church’s contribution true South Louisiana pass-a-good-time. to hurricane recovery efforts. We are There are about 40 ladies and men volunteers each week, some first timers, looking for an energetic, skilled writer some have participated for many years. Fr. Mark Holland says “gumbo is a who cares deeply about our rebuild- ing ministries, has contacts with local wonderful multi-generational program. It offers St. James an opportunity to and national media, and can help us show hospitality and is an important part of our downtown ministry in Baton to strengthen communication with Rouge.” our supporters across the country. Gumbo lunches is the primary fund raiser for St. James’ ECW outreach A job description may be requested programs in Baton Rouge and our diocese. Last year’s sales raised over from Betty Evans, 504-895-4304 or $15,000. [email protected]. Interested can- didates may send a cover letter and resume to Nell Bolton, ODR Execu- tive Director, at [email protected].

Trinity Treasures Lenten Readings By Dee McElroy Trinity Treasures: Wise and Won- derful Books and Gifts has a lovely and thoughtful selection of Lenten readings for adults and children. For the young group, we have a great book, What We Do In Lent; adult offerings include A Forty Day Jour- ney with Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the 30 Days with a Great Spiritual Teacher series (Julian of Norwich, St. Francis of Assisi, Francis DeSales), Not By Bread Alone, and Bread and Wine and much, much more--come and browse! 10-1 weekdays, except [photo by Phillip Wright] Wednesday which is 1-4; Sundays Co-chair Melissa Curry and Ann Rowe, a 40-year gumbo volunteer for Fridays in Lent at St. from 9-12:30 (closed for the 10:30 James. service.) 171st Diocesan Convention Forms E-DoLA Staff Now Online Bishop Charles E. Jenkins Publisher The 171st diocesan convention is scheduled for February 29-March 1, 2008. All forms can be accessed online at: http://edola.org/convention2008.php. The Rev’d Canon Mark Stevenson Canon to the Ordinary The Rev’d Canon Scott Albergate Canon for Mission and Congregational Development Heather Parker Publications Coordinator Kenn Elder Web Coordinator

E-DoLA is published weekly by the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana. Send articles and pictures for submission to [email protected] Diocesan Altar Guild Memorial Windows to be Dedicated at St. James Sponsors Quiet Day By Phillip Wright By Carolyn Douglas The five beautiful stained glass windows in the foyer of Bishops Hall The Rev’d Mary Anne Heine will will be dedicated at 10:00 AM on lead a Quiet Day on Saturday, March 8 at St. James, Baton Rouge. Sunday, March 2nd. They are the loving gift of Charles H. Coates, Jr This is an opportunity during the in memory of his grandmother, Ollie Lenten season to step away from Maurin Coates (1882-1981). everyday activities and quietly medi- tate on Heine’s reflections on the The windows fittingly depict “Jesus “Dance of the Spirit: The Steps of With Children” in recognition of a Women’s Spirituality.” primary use of the building by Day A light continental breakfast and School children, and Charles’ grand- box lunch will be provided at a cost mother’s great fondness for children. of $15 per person payable to the Di- They were designed and beautifully ocesan Altar Guild. crafted by Willet Hauser Architectural Schedule: Glass of Philadelphia, PA. 9:30 a.m. – Coffee and visiting Each scene was taken from a gos- 10:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist and 1st pel lesson: Jesus healing a girl (Mk Meditation (Silence Begins) 7. 24-30), Jesus healing a boy (Mk 9.14-29) , Jesus calling a child (Mt Noon – Lunch (Silence will be pre- 8 . 1-6), Jesus receiving bread and served) fish ( Jn 6. 1-14), and Jesus blessing 12:30 p.m. – 2nd Meditation children (Mk 10 . 13-16). A wall sign 2:00 p.m. – 3rd Meditation assists younger and older viewers in 2:30 p.m. – Dismissal better under-standing and appreciat- ing the scenes. Silence begins after the Eucharist and ends with dismissal. Mrs. Coates was a long-standing and very active member of St. To register: CLICK HERE (Then put in the .pdf version of the sign up James, serving in many capacities at sheet) the parish, diocesan, and national levels. In 1944 she compiled the memorial booklet commemorating the first 100 years of St. James. She also served as historian of the Diocese of Louisiana. Forgiveness: What It Her husband, LSU Dean Charles E. Coates, PhD, (1866-1939) served 44 Is and What It Isn’t years as a St. James vestryman, four years as Senior Warden and thirty- Saint James Center for Spiritual three years as Junior Warden Formation hosts nationally-known The parish is blessed to have these memorial windows expressing an un- speaker the Rev’d Barbara Crafton derlying message --- believe in Jesus and to grow in one’s faith. who will present “Forgiveness: What It Is and What It Isn’t.” This event will be held at St. James, Baton Rouge, A Day of Reflection and Quiet with Jan Johnson on February 22 and 23. Saturday, February 16, 2008 Cost of the workshop is $35 for both Friday and Sturdaying or $20 per day. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This even is open to the public. Grace Episcopal Church, 11621 Ferdinand St., St. Francisville, LA Child care will be provided. For further program details and information about Crafton, please Grace Episcopal Church invites you to “A Day of Reflection and Quiet” led contact the Rev’d Robert Odom at by Jan Johnson. Jan holds degrees in Christian education and spirituality 225.387.5141, ext. 225 or log onto and is a frequent retreat and conference speaker. She has written 15 books www.stjamescsf.org. including “Enjoying the Presence of God,” “When the Soul Listens,” “Savor- ing God’s Word” and many magazine articles. Everything she writes and The Rev’d Chad Jones speaks about flows out of three areas: Called as St. Patrick’s Vicar 1.Spiritual formation: instead of trying to be good, we connect with God in order to let God transform us into Christlikeness. The Rev’d Chad Jones has been 2.Partnering with God in caring for the voiceless- putting aside the pulls of called as the vicar of St. Patricks, materialism and spending our resources on worthwhile purposes. Zachary. He will begin March 1. 3.Focusing on substance over glitz- partnering with God in efforts that rec- oncile people to God, to others, and even to themselves To have your news Tremendous, made a difference in my walk on earth, wonderful, thoughtful, provoking, spirit-filled, exhilarating are just a few of the comments past included in ChurchWork or participants have used to describe Jan as a teacher. E-DoLA, please Grace Church hopes that you will take this opportunity to spend a day with Jan Johnson and see how God can transform you during this season of contact Heather Parker at Lent, a season for reflecting and being quiet. [email protected] Due to limited seating and a complimentary lunch being served, please call or the church office at 225.635.4065 to reserve your spot. Jan’s books will be available for sale throughout the day. This program and (225) 706-6634, ext. 114 lunch are being provided by funds raised by the Time for Talent Gala held Fall 2006. St. George’s to Auction Signed Book of Common Prayer Dear Friends, St. George’s Episcopal School in New Orleans is auctioning a very special Book of Common Prayer at its 25th Annual Soiree and Auction on February 23. This new 1662 edition was signed by the Most Reverend Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury, during his recent trip to New Orleans, and by the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, the Most Reverend Katharine Jefferts Schori. It is also signed by the Right Reverend Charles Jenkins, 10th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana. Bishop Jenkins ob- tained the book and acquired the sig- natures for donation to St. George’s School Parents Group. The old and well-loved prayer book of the Church of England, has been in use since the 16th century. In this revised 1662 version, it has become one of the classic texts of the English language, its prayers and expres- sions making English what it is today. Cambridge’s new editions of the book have been freshly typeset for the 21st century, using a modern digital type- face to provide a clear printing image and greater readability. Nevertheless the format and page layout of this [photo by Angela Kellum] book follow its predecessor (originally produced in the early 20th century) The Book of Common Prayer signed by the Most Rev’d Dr. Rowan Williams, Archbishop page for page. The book provides the of Canterbury, during his recent trip to New Orleans. The book is also signed by Presiding complete 1662 services, including Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori and Bishop Jenkins. the traditional baptism and marriage service formats. The print is slightly larger than in the Standard Edition and this particular style is bound in black French Morocco leather and presented in a slipcase. Pre-bidding, including proxy bidding, for this special Book of Common Prayer will be available through the auction website www.Tizm.com. Final bidding will occur at the St. George’s Auction on February 23 at St. George’s School, 923 Napoleon Ave, New Orleans. The festivities begin at 7 p.m., with the live auction scheduled for 9 p.m. Tickets are $60 each and can be purchased at the door. If you would like more information about this special signed Book of Common Prayer, a family heirloom to be cher- ished for generations, please contact me by email at [email protected], or by cell phone at 504.251.3144. Sincerely, Angela Kellum 2008 Soiree Chair Bishop Jenkins 10th Anniversary Honored at Clergy Retreat

1st row (l-r): the Rev’d Stephen Craft, the Rev’d Bill Morris, Bish- op Charles Jenkins, Deacon Pat Lyle, the Rev’d Roy Mellish. 2nd row (l-r): Deacon Louis Ogle, Deacon Philip Wild, the Very Rev’d Susan Davidson, the Rev’d Dan Krutz, Deacon Michael Hackett, the Very Rev’d David duPlantier, Dea- con Priscilla Maumus, Deacon Kathleen Comer, Deacon Quin Bates, the Rev’d Mary Koppel, the Rev’d Jervis Burns 3rd row (l-r): the Rev’d Don Brown, Bishop Bauerschmidt, the Rev’d Ed Robertson, the Rev’d Stewart Cage, Canon Mark Stevenson, the Rev’d Walter Baer, the Rev’d Danny Whitehead, the Rev’d Steven Bishop Jenkins gathers with clergy on January 31 during the Clergy Retreat at Solomon Episcopal Roberts Conference Center. A Eucharist marked the tenth anniversary of Bishop Jenkins being called as Bishop of Louisiana.