[edow] Church House News

[Church House News]

JUNE 27, 2007
 
*** The weekly bulletin for clergy, wardens, diocesan committee members,
convention delegates and church administrators in the Episcopal Diocese
of Washington ***

CHANGES AT CHURCH HOUSE
Amy Elliott, who served four years at the diocese's webmaster, has
resigned to devote her full attention to completing law school. Her
part-time replacement is Margaret Dimond who can be reached at
mdimond at edow.org and 202/537-3975. Because Margaret is in the office
only two days a week, the diocese will no longer be able to offer the
internet's version of emergency roadside assistance to parish
webmasters. You can still make an appointment to bring the car into the
shop, though.

ATTENTION PARISH ADMINISTRATORS
All parish administrators and administrative assistants in the Diocese
of Washington are invited to monthly luncheon meetings of the
Administrators Group. Topics of interest are discussed and useful
information is shared. New administrators will find these particularly
valuable.  Meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at All Souls, on
Cathedral Avenue. It is metro-accessible and parking is available. You
also are invited to join our listserv which provides a means to exchange
information between meetings. Next meeting is set for 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Sept. 18. Contact the group at:
http://www.edow.org/parish/administration/resources/index.html

OFFICE SPACE SOUGHT
On Earth Peace, an organization that works to equip individuals and
congregations to live in loving relationship, engage in conflict well,
address the roots of violence and injustice, and nurture peacemakers in
each generation, is seeking office space for one staff member in the
District (desk space and internet connection) for one year. In return
for a place to work, Susanna Farahat, who coordinates peace education
programming - planning and leading workshops and retreats on topics like
the spirituality of peacemaking, diversity and conflict resolution -
would be able to offer some of these opportunities to your group. For
more information, visit www.brethren.org/oepa or contact Farahat at
sfarahat_oepa at brethren.org or 410/635-8706. 

CATHEDRAL'S PARKING GARAGE OPEN
Washington National Cathedral's underground parking garage is now open.
Visitors to Church House should enter the garage from the main entrance
off Wisconsin Avenue just south of Woodley Road. The parking ticket
received upon entrance can be validated for the diocese's invited guests
and committee members. Surface parking restrictions after 3:30 p.m. are
lifted, so parking for evening meetings can be done at street level and
validation will not be needed. Please park legally at all times;
enforcement activities are in effect. Questions about parking on the
close may be directed to ParkingInfo at cathedral.org

PARISH MUSICIAN - P/T
St. Stephen and the Incarnation is searching for a part-time Parish
Musician to lead an adult choir of mixed voices of around 20 members.
Keyboard expertise, ability to lead eclectic, multi-cultural music are
essential. Experience with children's music ministries desirable.
Background in the Episcopal Church strongly preferred. Conversational
knowledge of Spanish a plus. Thirteen hours per week on average.
Minorities, students, retired persons encouraged to apply. Send resumes
with names of three references to Music Search, St. Stephen's Church,
1525 Newton Street NW, Washington DC, 20010,
musicsearch at saintstephensdc.org  Inquiries and questions may be directed
to the Rev. Frank G. Dunn, senior priest, at
frank.dunn at saintstephensdc.org  

YOUTH DIRECTOR - REDEEMER, BETHESDA
Redeemer, Bethesda is looking for a director of Children and Youth
Ministries to establish and run a program that will attract young people
within and beyond the parish.  The successful candidate also will
contribute to established youth events such as the Christmas Pageant and
Community Youth Service, and to attend vestry meetings.  Interested
candidates should contact Janice Huey at the Episcopal Church of the
Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Drive, Bethesda MD 20816, 301/ 229-3770 or
office.redeemer at verizon.net   

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your
prayers this week:
* Kathy Jordan - husband's health (Bob)
*  Tom Logan - personal health 
*  Craig Eder - personal health
*  Harrison West - personal health 
*  Jim Naughton - brother's personal health (Tim)
*  Olivia Hilton - mother and husband's health (Meredith & Robert) 
*  Mary Sulerud - personal health for her and husband (Peder) 
*  Doris Attridge - personal health  
*  Simon Bautista - mother's health (Maria) 
*  Luis Leon - mother's health (Mary) 
*  Velma Brock - personal health 
*  Martha Bonwitt - husband's health (Bill) 
*  Bill Truitt - personal health 
*  Charles Daugherty - personal health

>>> REMINDERS: 

ANNUAL APPEAL THINK TANK
The diocese's Annual Appeal Think Tank, a three-hour workshop with David
Lewis, will be offered on two dates this year: July 12 and 16. The
workshops each will begin at 6 p.m. in the Church House conference room.
Bring a copy of letters, ideas, or materials you are working on for your
annual appeal. Lewis will walk through the basic process of running a
successful appeal. There will be an information exchange and an
opportunity to find out what is working and what is not working in other
parishes. Light refreshments will be served. Sign up online only at
www.edow.org/events

14TH ANNUAL GRACE CHURCH BACH FESTIVAL
Grace, Georgetown will hold its 14th Annual Bach Festival from July
8-15. Performances will take place at the church (1041 Wisconsin Avenue,
NW) at 3 p.m. July 8; 8 p.m. July 11; 8 p.m. July 13; and 3 p.m. July
15. For further details, visit the church's Web site, www.gracedc.org

BENEDICTINE PILGRIMAGE TO ENGLAND
The Friends of St. Benedict are organizing a pilgrimage to England's
holy places from Sept. 4-18. The pilgrimage, Exploring our Anglican
Benedictine Heritage, will be led by Br. Robert Sevensky, Order of the
Holy Cross, with special host, Dr. Esther de Waal. Land cost, $3,495.
Itinerary includes Canterbury, Ely, Norwich, Hereford & Tintern Abbey,
St. Albans and Westminster Abbey. The cutoff date for registration is
July 3. For further information and/or to receive a brochure, contact
Diana Smith at SaintBenedict2 at prospect-tech.com or 202/363-8061.

FALL MINISTRY CONFERENCE AT VIRGINIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY 
On Oct. 15, the Virginia Theological Seminary will hold a one-day Fall
Ministry Conference at its campus in Alexandria, Va. Learn about the
seminary's programs, talk to faculty and students, go to classes, have
lunch and tour the campus. To register for the conference or for further
information, visit www.vts.edu, or email Admissions at vts.edu.  Space is
limited, so register now if you are interested in attending.

PARISH NURSE/HEALTH MINISTRY TRAINING COURSE
The National Episcopal Health Ministries will hold a parish nurse/health
ministry training course from Aug. 27 to Sept. 1 at the Virden Center in
Lewes, DE. The NEHM course is endorsed by the International Parish Nurse
Resource Center, offers RN continuing education credit, is taught from
the Episcopalian viewpoint, and also is open to those doing health
ministry who are not RNs. Tuition for this five day residential program
is $400; fee for double room and meals at the Virden Center is $400,
with private rooms available for $200 additional. For more information
or to register, visit www.episcopalhealthministries.org or contact Carol
Sullivan at 410/827-6907 or songofjoy at dmv.com

COMPUTER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
The diocese has negotiated with the following vendors to provide
discounted training to parish staff and volunteers. Please contact them
if you are interested in their offerings:
* Kind Technology, Potomac ( www.kindtechnlology.com ) offers classroom
courses in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Powerpoint
and Adobe Photoshop. 
* Antharia has a new training Web site ( www.antharia.com ) and schedule
for Web and graphics design classes, including Adobe Photoshop,
Illustrator, CSS, PHP, Dreamweaver and e-mail marketing. 
* TJP&A (www.tjpa.com ) offers group rate discounts and offers classroom
courses in Web and graphic design, including Dreamweaver, Contribute,
Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark and  InDesign.
Further information is available at
http://technology.edow.org/training.html  

RACIAL RECONCILIATION TRAINING DATES SET
The diocese's Committee on Racial Reconciliation will conduct an
expanded and re-formatted Racial Reconciliation Training program on  *
Nov. 2-3 * Feb. 8-9, 2008 * May 16-17, 2008 * Nov. 14-15, 2008. Advance
registration is required, and will be announced when locations are
known.
 
COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM
The Ober, Kaler, Grimes & Shriver Law Firm has an annual grant program
to support organizations with educational programs focused on improving
the lives of disadvantaged children in the Washington, D.C., area.
Eligible applicants include nonprofits and community-based
organizations. The deadline for applications is Aug. 3. Approximately
$35,000 is available to fund three awards, ranging from $10,000 to
$15,000. For further information, contact Mary Ellen Chambers at
410/230-7185 or mechambers at ober.com; or go to: http://www.ober.com/.
GrantID: GD2014 

FOURTH ANNUAL BISHOP'S APPEAL
The fourth annual Bishop's Appeal will be mailed to members of the
diocese during the first week of May. Please urge members of your
congregations to contribute generously. Donate online at
www.edow.org/donate

HUNGER FUND INTRODUCES ONLINE GIVING
The Hunger Fund is pleased to announce that it is now able to accept
online contributions. Visit the Hunger Fund's Web page -
http://www.hungerfund.net - and click on "Donate Now Online." 

CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL
The planned Bishop John T. Walker Episcopal School will serve the boys
of Wards 7 and 8 in southeast Washington, D.C., and hopes to provide
collaborative education, with the boys and their families, in a
Christian setting. Your generous contribution will enable the diocese to
continue the planning phase which is a crucial first step toward
establishing the school. Contributions can be sent to: The Bishop John
T. Walker School, Episcopal Church House, Mount St. Alban Washington,
D.C. 20016 or visit www.bishopwalkerschool.org
     
CYCLE OF PRAYER
The Cycle of Prayer through Nov. 25, 2007 is online at: 
http://www.edow.org/parish/congregation/liturgy/cycleofprayer/index.html

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