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The Right Reverend Alan Scarfe
From the Bishop [Nov 2010]
With the notes from the young people given to me at Convention in my pack, I set off to the sound of Sinatra's "New York, New York" blasting from the hyped up speakers. Story & photos
Bishop's Visitation Schedule
Nov 14 - Des Moines, St. Luke's
Nov 20 - Ordination to the priesthood of B. Jean McKinney
Nov 21 - Des Moines, Cathedral Church of St. Paul
Nov 28 - Clinton, Christ Church

Upcoming Events

Nov 12-13 - Board of Directors
Nov 19-20 - Commission on Ministry
Nov 20 - All Commissions Day
Nov 20 - Ordination to the Priesthood of Jean McKinney
Nov 25-26 - Thanksgiving Holiday- Diocesan Office Closed

When we reflect God‘s loving relationship by welcoming people with different abilities, Jacob‘s dream lives within us. More information.

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2010 Bishop's Appeal for clean water Bishop Scarfe and his daughter Kim ran the New York City Marathon on November 7 in 4:40:56 and 4:40:55! Support his "out of the ordinary" effort for clean water! •View Brochure •Read the Bishop's story •View photos from the run •Donate! Latest News & Information

2011 UTO Grant Applications
Applications for 2011 UTO Grants are due December 15, 2010.
Episcopal Church Building Fund Introductory Seminar
Are you interested in exploring how you could make your church building financially self-sustaining?
Continuing education requirements
The Commission on Ministry has published requirements for continuing education for all members of the clergy and commissioned members of ministry development teams.
Double your gift’s impact to ERD
From now through November 30, you can double the impact of your donation.
Episcopal Books & Resources is going out of business
All inventory is being liquidating with a 25% discount on all instock merchandise.
Walter Brueggemann on stewardship
A new video series featuring the Walter Brueggemann addresses stewardship from anxious scarcity to abiding in God’s abundant generosity.

158th Annual Convention

Ministry with Young People

Upcoming Events for Young People

Jan 21-23, 2011 - Annual Youth Ski Trip
Feb 25-27, 2011 - Happening #30
Join our FACEBOOK group Diocese of Iowa Youth
to keep in touch with friends, check out new pictures, and hear about opportunities

Opportunities for Young Adults

Gather Around the Table for Episcopal College Students!
Dec 28, 2010 - Jan 1, 2011
YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park, CO
Join the Facebook Group Episcopal Diocese of Iowa Young Adults

A free online 'zine for Young Adults! Issue 11, Ordinary Time 2010

Iowa Connections & Episcopal News

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