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[Church House News]

MAY 9, 2008

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

COMMEMORATING THURGOOD MARSHALL AT HIS HOME PARISH  
The parish of Thurgood Marshall, St. Augustine's in Southwest D.C., will hold a 10 a.m. May 18 worship service to commemorate the life and work of the former Supreme Court Justice. Roger W. Wilkins, Clarence J. Robinson Professor of History and American Culture at George Mason University, will be the guest speaker. A reception follows the service, which completes the parish's weekend-long celebration "A Mighty Flood of Justice - A River of Righteous Living."  
 
SILENT RETREAT WITH THE REV. MARTIN SMITH
The Rev. Martin Smith will lead a silent retreat, "Exploring the Jesus Prayer," June 27-29 at Dayspring Retreat Center in Germantown. Smith serves as senior associate rector at St Columba's, D.C. He is well known for his books on spirituality and his workshops and retreats, and writes a monthly column in the Washington Window. He studied the spirituality of the Jesus Prayer at Oxford under the celebrated Orthodox scholar, Bishop Kallistos Ware. For more information or to register, call 301/428-9348, or go to www.dayspringretreat.org  
 
RACIAL RECONCILIATION TRAINING
The diocese's Committee on Racial Reconciliation will conduct a Racial Reconciliation Training program on May 16-17 at St. Barnabas, Temple Hills. (This is the last Racial Reconciliation workshop until Nov. 14-15, 2008). For further information, please contact Marie Zackrie-Hall, Racial Reconciliation Coordinator, at 202/423-4300. Register online at www.edow.org/events. ** Registration will close on May 11.**

FAITH INTO ACTION FOR RACIAL EQUALITY
Greater Washington Allies in Reconciliation, an interfaith antiracism alliance will hold a conference titled, "Faith into Action for Racial Equity: Building Trustworthy Partnerships," May 17-18 at Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ (5301 N. Capitol Street, NE; Ft. Totten Metro). This conference aims to build relationships, share information and inspiration, and learning how to be effective partners, bridging issues of race and ethnicities, religions and generations in our region. Donation requested (what you can afford). Saturday lunch and Sunday supper provided; space limited. Register at alliesinreconciliation at earthlink.net or call 301/588-4877 for more information. Keynote speakers are the Rev. Lennox Yearwood, of the Hiphop Caucus, on Saturday, and on Sunday Ibrahim Ramey, of the Muslim American Society.

"THE BISHOP'S DAUGHTER" TO RETURN TO ST. STEPHEN'S
Honor Moore, poet, author and oldest daughter of Bishop Paul Moore Jr., who served as Bishop Suffragan of Washington from 1964 to 1970, will visit St. Stephen and the Incarnation at 7 p.m. March 21 to read from "The Bishop's Daughter," her memoir of her life with her father. Moore traces the extraordinary life of her father, a nationally known advocate for civil rights and opponent of the Vietnam War, who struggled privately with his sexuality while his daughter openly explored hers. Books will be available for purchase. St. Stephen's Church is located at 1525 Newton Street NW, Washington, D.C.

CATHEDRAL CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS MENDELSSOHN'S ELIJAH
The Cathedral Choral Society will present Mendelssohn's Elijah at 4 p.m. May 18 at Washington National Cathedral. Mendelssohn's oratorio tells the intensely dramatic story of the fiery and courageous Old Testament prophet Elijah through scenes from his life. This season's production features Grammy award winning baritone Nmon Ford as Elijah. Tickets: $20 - $80, 202/537-5527 or www.cathedralchoralsociety.org. The pre-concert discussion, which will focus on the importance of the prophet Elijah to the three Abrahamic faiths, is free and open to the public. 
 
>>> JOBS:

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - GRACE, SILVER SPRING (F/T)
Grace, Silver Spring is seeking a full-time parish administrator. Ideal candidate will have exceptional time management, great communication skills; experience with Microsoft Office and database experience. The administrator will prepare service bulletins and will manage the parish calendar and space usage of the facilities. Interested persons should send resumes to the Rev. Janice Robinson at Grace Church, 1607 Grace Church Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20910; fax 301/585-4309 or janice at graceepiscopalchurch.org

SERVICE COORDINATOR (F/T)
Enthusiastic and caring person needed with at least 2 years experience in coordinating social services for senior adults and the non-elderly disabled for a full-time salaried position at an upper NW nonprofit retirement community. Bachelor's degree in social work or related degree. Duties include case management services, volunteer coordination, and assistance with transportation needs. Send resume to dquattlebaum at esm.org or fax to 202/362-2587.

DIRECTOR OF PARISH VOLUNTEER SERVICES 
Episcopal Senior Ministries has an opening for an energetic, organized director - the key liaison between ESM and the congregations. This position oversees and supports 110 volunteers, organizes diocesan-wide Senior Celebrations, and is responsible for helping congregations address aging issues and develop Parish Senior Ministries. The full job description is at www.esm.org To apply send resume and cover letter to jresch at esm.org with the heading: PVS Director. 

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: 
* Karen Johnson - daughter's personal health (Susan) 
* Catherine Powell - personal health 
* The Chane family - two family deaths (Bill and Lisa) 
* John Harmon - mother-in-law's personal health (Grace) 
* Barbara Allen - personal health 
* Travers Koerner - personal health 
* Claudia Tielking - son's health (Josh) 
* Caron Gwynn - personal health 
* Virginia Brown-Noland - personal health 
* Ken Howard - personal health 
* Susan Blue - personal health (second foot surgery, May 6)  
* Joy Rose - personal health 
* Martha Wallace - personal health 
* Anne Gilson - personal health 
* Betsy Hague - personal health and husband's (Ralph) 
* Tom Logan - personal health 
* Martha Bonwitt - husband's health (Bill) 

>>> REMINDERS:

MAGICAL MOMENTS GALA - ESM
Episcopal Senior Ministries will hold its Magical Moments Gala and presentation of the Leadership in Aging Awards from 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 5 at the Fannie Mae Building in Washington, D.C. Elizabeth Fox, director of IONA Senior Services, and AARP, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary, will be recognized for their outstanding dedication and commitment to the field of aging. Tickets are $125 each, $175 each for Friend's tickets, and are available at www.ESM.org or 202/414-6315. Proceeds from the event support ESM's programs and services.

LIVING IN THE CITY - THC
Transitional Housing Corporation's third annual awards event, Living in the City, is set for May 29. THC will honor those who have made a commitment to advocating for more affordable housing in the DC region - Bishop John Bryson Chane and Enterprise Community Partners director David Bowers. Master of Ceremonies will be Kojo Nnamdi from WAMU-FM 88.5. Tickets are available at www.thcdc.org - click on the Living in the City logo.

EUCHARIST TO COMMEMORATE THURGOOD MARSHALL
A special evening Eucharist to commemorate Thurgood Marshall is set for 5:30 p.m. May 18 at St. Alban's, D.C. 
 
LIGHTING TO UNITE
See Washington National Cathedral as you've never seen it before for three nights - May 9 to 11 - when Swiss lighting artist Gerry Hofstetter will create a spectacular exterior illumination of the south and west sides, in celebration of the Cathedral's centennial.  Images will be projected directly onto the Cathedral from sunset to midnight. A live musical performance is set for 6:30 p.m. May 10, and there will be a special worship service, Sent Forth by the Spirit, at 11 a.m. May 11.Visit www.nationalcathedral.org for more information.

A WORKSHOP OF RADICAL WELCOME
The Rev. Stephanie Spellers, author of "Radical Welcome: Embracing God, the Other, and the Spirit of Transformation," will offer a workshop on developing an all-inclusive ministry for church growth from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 17 at Our Saviour, Silver Spring (1700 Powder Mill Road). A contribution of $20 is payable at the door. This workshop is a Crummell-Cooper Leadership Initiative presentation sponsored by the diocese, the Union of Black Episcopalians and the Afro-Anglican Clergy Association. For further information, contact Janice Wormack at 202/829-6445 or managedforyou at aol.com

THE CROSSING - EMERGING CHURCH SERVICE
All are invited to participate in a worship service called "The Crossing" at 6:30 p.m. May 16 at St. Luke's, D.C. (1514 - 15th Street, NW). This service, which features live contemporary music, is a regular offering at St. Paul's Cathedral, Boston, and will be led by its Minister for Radical Welcome, the Rev. Stephanie Spellers. For more information call 202/667-4394.

WASHINGTON WALKS FEATURES ST. JOHN'S, LAFAYETTE SQUARE
Washington Walks, a D.C.-based walking tour company, will offer a half-day event, "Restoring St. John's Church Lafayette Square," from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 31. The event will include a guided tour of the historic "Church of the Presidents" and adjoining parish house, an overview of St. John's architectural evolution by historian Richard Grimmet, author of a forthcoming history of the church, presentations by the project manager currently overseeing a major restoration project and a panel discussion by members of the St. John's vestry and design committee. Cost is $25 per person (proceeds go to the restoration fund). Register (required) at info at washingtonwalks.com 

CLERGY CONFERENCE 
Registration is open for the diocese's May 20-22 Clergy Conference, "Taking Care of Self: A Must for Clergy Wellness and Effective Ministry" at Shrine Mont, Va. Keynote speaker: Margaret M. "Peggy" Treadwell. Register at www.edow.org/events "Clergy Conference."

CLERGY PLEASE NOTE: CONFIRMATION SERVICES 
Confirmation services are set for 10 a.m. May 17 and 10 a.m. June 21 at Washington National Cathedral. Please respond to CathedralConfirmations at edow.org if you will or will not be bringing candidates to either service. If participating, give an approximate count of how many candidates in each category (confirm, receive and reaffirm).

LILLY ENDOWMENT - DEADLINE MAY 14
Applications for grants from the National Clergy Renewal Program, sponsored by the Lilly Endowment, are due May 14. The grants support extended sabbaticals for pastors and a complementary set of activities for "congregational renewal" in their parishes. Additional information is available at http://www.clergyrenewal.org Christian congregations that have an ordained pastor with a master of divinity degree from an accredited theological school are eligible to apply. 

AN EVENING WITH THE REV. CARLOS EXPOSITO (FROM CUBA)
All are invited to attend a special discussion and potluck supper with the Rev. Carlos Exposito, a priest from Cuba, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 13 at Ascension, Silver Spring (633 Sligo Avenue, 301-587-3272). No RSVP is necessary, but please bring an appetizer, dish or dessert to share. Beverages will be provided by the church. Please contact the Rev. Joan Beilstein at 301/587-3272 or revjeb at comcast.net with questions. 

ELECTRIC UTILITY SAVINGS
Direct Energy Services, through a new agreement with the diocese, can now offer electricity to parishes through its discounted fixed price program. Visit directenergy.com for more information, or call DES account manager, Jeff Hammer, at 866/809-9143. Diocesan property manager Robert Tomlinson also is available to discuss this at 202/537-6523 or rtomlinson at edow.org.

PRE-K TEACHERS FOR BISHOP WALKER SCHOOL
The Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys is seeking two dynamic pre-K teachers with experience developing and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula and extracurricular programming. Must possess: A degree in early childhood, elementary or special education; a strong knowledge of early childhood curricula and instruction methods; experience and expertise in working with students from low-income households; the ability to work in a team teaching environment; a collaborative spirit and resourceful, organized, flexible and self-directed work methods.  Please send resumes to: teachers at bishopwalkerschool.org
 
CLERGY CRAFT GROUP FORMING 
Men and women clergy who enjoy using their hands and fabric, yarn or thread to create something beautiful are invited to contact Carol Flett, rector of St.Bartholomew's, Laytonsville and Interfaith Programs Coordinator at the Cathedral College. She is gathering the names and locations where interested clergy live and serve in order to suggest a convenient site for a monthly late afternoon or evening group to meet. The group would listen and chat, share creative skills and perhaps teach others a new skill. The group would begin meeting in the summer months. E-mail: ccinterfaith at yahoo.com

CONGREGATIONS AND GIFTS IN MINISTRY WITH YOUNG ADULTS
Carol Howard Merritt, author of "Tribal Church: Ministering to the Missing Generation" will explore ways to welcome youth and young adults into the church. Program is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 17 at Western Presbyterian Church, 2401 Virginia Ave NW, Washington D.C. Registration: $75 for two people, $85 for three; includes a copy of the book for each team, continental breakfast and lunch. Congregation teams of two or more urged to attend. Free off-street parking. Register at www.thefund.org/calling/events or calling at thefund.org  Event is sponsored by The Fund for Theological Education.

ONE SKY: SOLVING CLIMATE CHANGE TOGETHER
Discussion with Majora Carter, executive director of Sustainable South Bronx, K.C. Golden, Climate Solutions policy director, and Betsy Taylor, co-founder of 1 Sky at 7:30 p.m. May 20 at Washington National Cathedral. Hosted by the Rev. Canon Eugene Sutton. Tickets: $16; $9 students, seniors 65+  www.nationalcathedral.org/register or information at 202/537-2221.

PARKING AT CHURCH HOUSE
Church House has concluded its practice of paying for parking for guests, and will no longer validate parking for visitors. Parking will still be provided, however, for major diocesan events at the Cathedral, such as the Diocesan Convention, ordinations and confirmations. Other parking options include street parking (2 hour limit). After 3:30 p.m., surface parking is permitted on the Cathedral Close.
 
ART OF SPIRITUAL COMPANIONSHIP COURSE
Applications are now being accepted for the 2008/2009 Art of Spiritual Companionship course, which is designed to introduce the theory, spirituality and practice of the ancient Christian tradition of spiritual direction. Graduates may serve as spiritual resources to their faith communities to help others discern the work of the Spirit in their lives. Further information is available at http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/programs/ArtofSC.shtml or from Terri Lynn Simpson at tsimpson at cathedral.org or 202/537-5246.

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SAFEGUARDING GOD'S CHILDREN 
New dates for Safeguarding God's Children training sessions are as follows:
* June 4: 6:30  to 9:30 p.m. at Ascension, Silver Spring
Online registration required by going to www.edow.org/prevention 
 
12-STEP EUCHARIST
St. Alban's, D.C., and its Hope for Recovery ministry team offer a 12-Step Eucharist at 7:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month. It's not necessary to be in a 12-step program to attend. Please contact Sally Craig at sallycraig at aol.com 
 
CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL
Contributions for the planned Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys 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

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