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[Church House News]

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

 

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

 

EDOW FALL CLERGY GATHERING

The diocese's Fall Clergy Gathering is set for 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 13 at the 

National 4-H Conference Center in Chevy Chase. Keynote speaker is Jon Meacham, editor of Newsweek, a Pulitzer Prize winning bestselling author and a commentator on politics, history and religious faith in America. Meacham will discuss his book "American Gospel: God, the Founding Fathers, and the Making of a Nation" and the role of church and state in America today. Meacham's book can be found on Amazon.com or local bookstores if you would like to read it prior to the gathering. Register at www.edow.org/events "Clergy Gathering." Cost is $15, to cover lunch. Contact Sheryl Wilcox at swilcox at edow.org  or 202/537-6557 with questions.  

 

ATTENTION PARISH OFFICES

The diocesan governance office is sending out confirmation of your delegates and wardens. If they have changed from those last on file (some parishes haven't filed in several years), you will need to send new paperwork as soon as possible so the database can be corrected before the fall Regional Assemblies (which begin Oct. 17 for Regions 1-4). Forms can be found at www.governance.edow.org under the "Forms" tab.  Contact Ann Talty at atalty at edow.org if you have further questions.

 

FRIENDS OF SABEEL CONFERENCE - REGISTER NOW

"Framing the Discourse - Mobilizing for Action: A Conference for Peacemakers," a Friends of Sabeel Conference, is set for Oct. 1-3 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 1500 9th Street NW, Washington, D.C. A pre-registration discount has been extended until Sept. 22. Visit 

http://fosna.org/content/conference-washington-dc-oct-1-3-2009 for a conference brochure and to register. For further information, contact Grace Said at Grace.Said at verizon.net

 

NEW LATINO MINISTRY AT ST. ALBAN'S, D.C

A new Latino ministry will be launched at St. Alban's, D.C., with  a 5 p.m. Oct. 4 service where the Rt. Rev. Julio Holguin, bishop of the Episcopal Church of the Dominican Republic, will preside. Following this event, a Spanish-language service, with music, will be held at 5 p.m. each Sunday at the church. All those interested in participating are invited to attend. For further information, please contact the Rev. Simon Bautista at sbautista at edow.org 

 

YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS:

 

* NO MORE SNAIL MAIL: The diocesan Youth Ministry will no longer mail event packets. E-mail updates are sent to the "Youthleaders" listserv and event registration forms are available at http://www.edow.org/youth  Contact Jessica Hitchcock at jhitchcock at edow.org if you would like to join the listserv.  

 

* The ALL YOUTH CATHEDRAL LOCK-IN is set for Nov 13. 

The theme is "Episco...what? EpiscoLOVE!" Participants will learn about the Bible's perspective on love and Jesus' commandment to love God, ourselves and one another. Register online by Oct. 30 at www.edow.org/youth After registering online, registration packets are due to Church House by Nov. 4. Parishes are limited to 15 youth and 3 adults. Register early as places fill quickly. Leftover spaces will be distributed by lottery.  

 

* YOUTH RETREAT STAFF APPLICATIONS: Want to be on staff for the 2010 High School Retreat or Middle School Retreat? Thinking about applying for the Committee On Youth next year but want to learn more? Know someone you think would be a great addition to our team? Retreat Staff applications are available at http://www.edow.org/youth  We are looking for creative folks who work well on a team and take their commitments seriously.    

 

SAFEGUARDING GOD' S CHILDREN

Please note the location of this Saturday's (Sept. 19) training has been changed from St. John's, Mt. Rainier to St. Andrew's, College Park. Also an additional Safeguarding course has been added for Nov. 10 (7-10 p.m.) at St. Columba's, D.C. For a full listing of upcoming trainings and to register online please go to www.edow.org/prevention

 

FIVE AUTUMN EVENINGS OF PRAYER

There are the seasons of the earth and the seasons of our lives. There are deep connections between the two - connections that we might not be aware of. For five autumn evenings, you are invited to gather at Epiphany, D.C., to pray contemplatively with the images and words of autumn, to become more aware of God's presence in the season and our response to God. Attend any or all of the sessions, which are set for 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from Oct. 7 through Nov. 4. Epiphany is located at 1317 G St, NW (Metro Center). RSVP to swalker at epiphanydc.org, or call 202/347-2635 ext 20.

 

COMMUNITY FORUM SERIES AT ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S, LAYTONSVILLE

A free monthly Community Forum Series kicks off at St. Bartholomew's, Laytonsville at 7 p.m. Sept. 29 with a presentation and discussion titled "Pakistan: Where Next?" led by Frank Dall, an expert on political and social issues in Europe and the Middle East. Dall will offer a brief historic overview and lead a discussion on the current situation in Pakistan. Upcoming topics in this series include "Youth: What are the issues facing youth? What are the options for parents?" on Oct. 6, and "Caring for our aging parents: What are our issues and options?" on Nov. 3  All forums will begin at 7 p.m.

RUSSIAN ENSEMBLE TO PERFORM AT CHRIST, DURHAM

LYRA, a vocal ensemble from St. Petersburg, Russia, will perform at Christ, Durham at 7 p.m. Oct. 2. All singers are professional musicians, singing in different churches of St. Petersburg.  Through their performance, they introduce the enormous musical heritage of the Russian Orthodox Church and Russian folk music. The church is located at 8685 Ironsides Road

Nanjemoy, Maryland 20662. All are welcome. 

 

CONCERT SERIES OPENS WITH JAZZ PERCUSSIONIST AT GRACE

The Music of Grace concert series opens this season with The Alexander Cooper Project, "A Soulful Celebration of the Worshipful Spirit in the Music of Jazz." This contemporary jazz ensemble, led by world class percussionist Leon Alexander, plays in a range of genres and redefines the approach to rhythm in music. The performance, set for 4 p.m. Sept. 20 (Sunday) at Grace, Silver Spring (1607 Grace Church Road Silver Spring, Maryland 20910) is free and open to the public. For directions, please visit www.graceepiscopalchurch.org

 

CELTIC EVENING PRAYER AT ST DAVID'S, D.C.

St. David's, D.C. will offer a service of Evening Worship with a Celtic flavor at 5 p.m. Sept. 20 (Sunday)  to celebrate our Celtic Christian links and heritage. The service, "Reflections on the day's Ending," will follow a simple, traditional format of readings, music, prayer and contemplation. All are welcome. St. David's is located at 5150 Macomb Street, NW. Call 202/966-2093 or visit www.stdavidsdc.org for further information. 

 

JANUARY ORDINATION SERVICE - DATE CHANGE

Please not that he annual ordination service for deacons becoming priests will now take place at 10 a.m. January 16 at Washington National Cathedral.

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

 

PART TIME HANDYMAN SOUGHT

Christian Communities Group Homes is seeking a part time handyman for Age-In-Place Home Repair and Maintenance Services, a program providing trustworthy home repair services to senior citizens living in Washington, D.C. CCGH is looking for a reliable and experienced person to perform home repairs and maintenance to help accommodate the program's rapid growth.  CCGH is a subsidiary of Episcopal Senior Ministries. A complete job description can be found at www.ESM.org or by contacting LPenner at esm.org or 202/635-9384, ext. 100.

 

ACCOUNTANT/BOOKKEEPER - SAMARITAN MINISTRY (P/T)

Samaritan Ministry, a small non-profit ($1 million) helping people who are homeless and others in need, seeks an experienced part-time, full-service G/L accountant/bookkeeper for A/P, A/R, P/R, benefits, grants/contracts (incl. gov.), monthly reports, audit prep, budget support, etc.  QuickBooks and Paychex exp. desirable. Cover letter and resume to ddownes at samaritanministry.org

 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT GOOD SHEPHERD, SILVER SPRING

* Organist/Music Director. About 10-15 hours/week. One morning service with organ, adult choir; one 5 p.m. service with contemporary, child-friendly music. Start a youth choir and build a music program in a growing church.

* Administrative Assistant: 25-30 hours/week. Must be adapt at Word, Publisher and be willing to learn how to do the e-newsletter. Knowledge of Episcopal liturgy very helpful. 

For further information about either position, please contact the Rev. Linda L. Grenz, interim rector, at Good Shepherd, Silver Spring at 301/593-3282 or rector at gsecmd.org

 

SUNDAY NURSERY CAREGIVER - EPIPHANY, D.C.

A Sunday nursery caregiver is needed from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Epiphany, D.C., located at 1317 G St. NW (Metro Center). The person must have prior experience working with nursery-age children, be comfortable in a church setting, and have knowledge of basic first aid. $12/hour; parking is available. Contact Susan Walker at 202/347-2635 ext 20, or swalker at epiphanydc.org

 

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS

Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: 

* Randy Lord-Wilkinson- personal health

* David and Beth Black - personal health of both

* Beth O'Callaghan - death of partner's brother (Sheldon) 

* Kathy Corbett-Welch - personal health (disc surgery Sept. 17) and death of partner's mother (Dorothy)

* Rosemari Sullivan - death of her mother (Margaret)

* Erica Wood - personal health

* Chuck Daugherty - wife's personal health (Jessie)

* Mary Sulerud - sister's health (Chris )

* Claudia Tielking - son's health (Josh)

* Vienna Anderson - personal health

* Jake Beck - personal health

* Bishop Ted Eastman - granddaughter's health (Shannon)

* Susan Blue - personal health

* Edward Brightman - personal health

 

>>> REMINDERS:

 

USABILITY TEST FOR EDOW.ORG - ROUND TWO

The second round of usability testing is now under way for the new diocesan Web site, and your input is needed to help determine the final structure of the site. Please help by completing a short survey at http://www.edow.org/edow2/  Note that this survey is intended to test the organization of the site, not its design, color scheme, etc., and we are looking specifically for feedback on the ease with which you are able to find information. Thank you for your support and time.

 

FALL CATHEDRAL CONFIRMATIONS

The next diocesan confirmation is set for 10 a.m. Nov. 7 at Washington National Cathedral. Parish clergy are asked to register the number of persons they are bringing for confirmation, reception and reaffirmation by Oct. 5. Respond to cathedralconfirmations at edow.org 

 

ESM TEA TO THANK PARISH CONTACTS

Episcopal Senior Ministries' parish contacts, vestry members and clergy are invited to join Bishop John Bryson Chane for a tea thanking parish contacts for their service to older adults, the diocese, their congregations and ESM at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 8 in the Pilgrim Observation Gallery at Washington National Cathedral. For more information or to RSVP, contact Annie Shaw, director of parish volunteer services, at ESM at AShaw at esm.org or 202/414-6314.

 

DOING CHURCH DIFFERENTLY

The Rev. Andrea Martin, associate rector at St. Patrick's, D.C., invites interested clergy and lay leaders to take part in a colleague group that would continue the conversation begun by Phyllis Tickle at the May Clergy Conference. The group will begin by attending the Sept. 27 event, "Experiencing Emergence," at Epiphany, D.C., and dining together afterwards. If interested, please contact martina at stpatsdc.org 

 

SOUL PILGRIMAGE TOUR

The Episcopal Church Women & Girls of Calvary is sponsoring a Soul Pilgrimage Tour on Sept. 26 to visit some of the oldest historically black Episcopal churches in Washington, D.C. The bus tour will begin at 9 a.m. and includes visits to St. Mary's, St. Luke's, Calvary and St. George's churches. The Rev. J. Carleton Hayden, historian (and assistant rector at St. George's) will guide the tour, with on-site presentations made by members of the participating churches. Adults/$39; children (teens & under)/$20 (includes continental breakfast and lunch). Proceeds support the Community Outreach Program for Girls. Contact MaryRose Chappelle at 202/396-6676 or Rita Scott at 202/575-4118 or RitaOScott at aol.com 

 

LOSS AND GRIEF: UNDERSTANDING FEELINGS, HELPING OTHERS

Clinical social workers Cay Hartley, LICSW, and Elizabeth Dietel, LICSW - both experienced in grief work - will lead this informative session from 9:30 a.m. to noon Oct. 3 at St. Alban's, D.C. (Nourse Hall). The session is free of charge and open to the community. Come, listen, ask questions. Learn ways to care for our grieving selves. Explore ways to help others. Become aware of the resources in our community. RSVP to 202/363-8286 x219

 

ADVENT SILENT RETREAT

The Diocesan Retreat Committee will hold an Advent Silent Retreat on Dec. 4- 6 at Bon Secours Spiritual Center, Marriottsville. Retreat director will be the Very Rev. Ian Markham, dean of the Virginia Theological Seminary. The theme will be "Faith, Forgiveness and Peace: Bringing Human Complexity to God." The retreat will include prayer, private reflection and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. There will be opportunities for consultation or confession with Markham. The fee is $195. Applications and a $100 deposit must be received by Nov. 6. Visit www.edow.org/retreat for further information, or contact Joan Shelton at 202/232-1667 or joanshelton at verizon.net

 

DATE CHANGE! PILGRIMAGE TO SOUTH AFRICA

Join the Rev. Mpho Tutu and the Rev. Katherine Stiles for a two-week retreat to South Africa. The pilgrimage is set for Jan 16-29, 2010; registration deadline is Oct. 15. Cost is $5,500 based on double occupancy, and includes round-trip airfare from Dulles, accommodations in South Africa, travel and ground transfers, museum and tour fees, safari and most meals. A $500 non-refundable deposit is due by the registration deadline. For registration forms and tentative itinerary, visit www.tutuinstitute.org call 703/677-5642 or e-mail info at tutuinstitute.org

 

FALL BOOK SALE

St. David's, D.C. (5150 Macomb Street, NW) will hold a Fall Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 3. Books, audio books and CDs will be available. For further information or directions, call 202/966-2093 or visit www.stdavidsdc.org

 

FALL PICNIC/FIESTA AT OUR SAVIOUR, SILVER SPRING

Our Saviour, Silver Spring is hosting a Fall Picnic/Fiesta and Fundraiser from 2 to 6 p.m. Oct. 4.  Food, craft fair, raffle, bake sale, moon bounce and children's activities, at 1700 Powder Mill Road (near New Hampshire Avenue at the Beltway).  

 

URBAN MINISTRY EVENT

The Rev. Stephanie Spellers, author of "Radical Welcome: Embracing God, The Other and the Spirit of Transformation," will give a workshop from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Sept. 26 at Epiphany, D.C. Spellers is the lead organizer for The Crossing at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral in Boston. There is a $10 workshop fee and Stephanie's book may be ordered for another $10. Lunch is free. Register at: http://www.edow.org/news/calendar/events.html 

 

EXPERIENCING EMERGENCE

The Rev. Stephanie Spellers and leaders from The Crossing will lead worship and share emergent principles every church can take home and use from 4 to 6:45 p.m. Sept. 27 at Epiphany, D.C. For more information, contact the Rev. Randolph Charles at 202/347-2635 or rcharles at epiphanydc.org 

 

SAFEGUARDING GOD'S CHILDREN

Fall and winter sessions for Safeguarding God's Children, the child abuse prevention training course required for all paid fulltime parish/school staffs and all who work with children and youth, have been set. All sessions are 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: 

* Sept 19, St. John's, Mt. Rainier

* Sept. 26, St. Paul's, Waldorf 

* Oct. 3, St. John's, Georgetown

* Oct. 24, St. Mark's, Silver Spring 

* Nov. 7, Ascension & St. Agnes 

* Dec. 5, St. Dunstan's, Bethesda 

Register online at www.edow.org/prevention

 

REGIONAL ASSEMBLIES

Visit the governance Web site at http://governance.edow.org/ for information about the 2009 Regional Assemblies. 

 

ALL HALLOWS GUILD BIRD WALKS 

All Hallows Guild at Washington National Cathedral will conduct a Bird Walk on Sept. 24 at 8:30 a.m. Participants will meet at the George Washington Statue on Pilgrim Road, on the south side of the Cathedral. Bring binoculars and catch the spring migration with experienced birder Sheila Cochran. Free; no reservations are required. Program will be cancelled in the event of heavy rain. Woodlands Information Line: 202/537-2319. Please wear sturdy waterproof shoes.

 

EPISCOPAL CHURCH MUSICIAN TO LEAD WORKSHOP

Ana Hernandez will lead a workshop, "The Sacred Art of Chant: Preparing to Practice" with other musicians from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at St. Alban's, D.C. Lunch is provided. To register, contact Sonya Sutton at 202/363-8286. For more information, visit www.anahermusic.com. Hernandez also will lead the worship at All Saints in Frederick, Md., (106 West Church Street) on Sept. 27.

 

LATINO MINISTRY CELEBRATION -  SAVE THE DATE

The annual Latino Ministry Celebration is set for 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Washington National Cathedral. Bishop Chane will preside at the Eucharist. Bishop Julio Cesar Holguín, bishop of the Episcopal Church in the Dominican Republic, will be the preacher. A fiesta and dinner will follow. For more information, contact the Rev. Simón Bautista, diocesan Latino Missioner, at  202/537-6441 or sbautista at edow.org

 

ACOLYTE FESTIVAL

The 30th annual Acolyte Festival is set for 10 a.m. Oct. 10 at Washington National Cathedral and acolytes at parishes around the diocese are invited to take part. Further information can be found at www.nationalcathedral.org or by calling 202/537-2228. Deadline for registration is Sept. 25. 

 

54TH ANNUAL POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR

The 54th Annual Potomac Country House Tour, organized by the Women of St. Francis, Potomac is set for Oct. 3 and 4. Tours begin at St. Francis, where offerings include an a la carte lunch, 20 boutiques and a desert bar. Tickets cost $20 in advance; $25 on the day. Visit www.potomaccountryhousetour.org or call 301/365-2055 for further information. 

 

SAINT PAUL'S COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER

A Saint Paul's College Scholarship Fundraiser and announcement of the Charles N. and Hilda H. M. Mason endowment fund  is set for 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 17 at The Carlyle Club, 411 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria, Va. Black tie. Tickets are $100 per person (tax deductible). All proceeds will benefit the scholarship fund and Saint Paul's Episcopal College in Lawrenceville, Va. For more information, contact Dr. S. Lockhart Gaye at 703/461-9200 or 703/622-9453.

 

HONDURAS TRIP RESCHEDULED

The diocesan mission trip to Honduras has been rescheduled for Jan. 10-20, 2010. The itinerary remains the same: Jan 10-15 in Copan in intensive one-on-one Spanish study, with home stays with local families; Jan. 16-20 in rural villages with Episcopal Church communities. Costs will be about $1,000 including language study and airfare. Contact Tom Cooke at thomasmcooke at hotmail.com or 202/686-0261.

 

NEW GRANT AVAILABLE TO AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMEN IN NEED

The Pitts Emergency Grant was recently created by the Saint Anna's Home of the Diocese of Washington. The one-time grant of up to $1,500 is designed to offer emergency assistance to women of at least 70 years old of African descent who are members of the Diocese of Washington when there is a critical, unexpected event which requires an immediate response. Funds will be paid directly to an entity, not an individual. The request must come from or be endorsed by a clergy member in the diocese. The process is confidential, and requests can be submitted at any time to: Pitts Emergency Grant of Saint Anna's Home, Episcopal Diocese of Washington, Episcopal Church House, Mt. Saint Alban, Washington, D.C. 20016. For further information, contact Irene V. Jackson-Brown at ivjb at aol.com 

 

CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL

Contributions for the 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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