Diocesan Resource Center for Lifelong Learning
Elizabeth Ring
Resource Center Director
ering@episcopalmaine.org
143 State Street
Portland, Maine 04101
Telephone: 207-772-6923
Fax: 207-773-0095
Member, National Organization of Episcopal Resource Centers
NOERC
The ministry of the Diocesan Resource Center is to support the programs of local congregations by providing written and audio-visual materials, and consulting services to parishes and missions, commissions and committees of the diocese, and individuals. The Resource Center offers
- Consultations and Workshops
- Curriculum Samples
- Videos to browse and borrow
- Books to browse and borrow
- and more
You can come to the Resource Center in person, by email, by telephone, by fax, and by mail. Or the Resource Center can come to you with a consultation, display, retreat, or workshop.
The Resource Center collection has materials for all ages which support a wide variety of topics. These materials may be borrowed for personal or group use. Reserving materials in advance for specific programs is highly recommended.
Occasional Papers
Look here for tip sheets and suggestions to support lifelong learning.
Links to Some Sources
Church Publishing, Inc. incorporating Morehouse and Living the Good News
Cowley Publications
Episcopal Media Center
Forward Movement Publications
Leader Resources
Alban Institute
(check out their site then get a discount by ordering through the Diocesan Resource Center!)
Alternatives for Simple Living ideas and resources for families and church groups who want a less commercial perspective on holidays and other times. A favorite resource of Terry Parson's, Episcopal Church Stewardship Officer.
The Book of Common Prayer online, including all versions from 1549 to the present.
National Association of Episcopal Christian Education Directors
University of the South (Sewanee) for EFM
Episcopal Divinity School
Bangor Theological Seminary
Download fliers and brochures
A brochure produced by the Ecumenical & Interfaith office, at the request of the Standing Commission on Ecumenical & Interreligious Relations, designed to clarify the process for incorporating members of other churches who seek to join the Episcopal Church, especially regarding when reception vs. confirmation is appropriate.
Guidelines for Reception and Confirmation for Persons Joining the Episcopal Church
