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[Church House News]

OCTOBER 15, 2009

 

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

 

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST IN COMMUNITY 

The spring 2010 session of Disciples of Christ in Community at
Washington National Cathedral starts Jan. 12 and runs for 14 weeks. Each
session is two hours long, 7-9 p.m. One Saturday session will be held on
Feb. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost is $100. Register at
https://tickets.cathedral.org/public/show.asp Contact Sarah Rockwood at
srockwood at cathedral.org or call the Cathedral Box Office at
877/537-2228. DOCC offers a journey into the heart and soul of
Christianity. Each session consists of a presentation followed by a
conversation in a small group that will stay together for the entire
course.

 

COUPLEHOOD AS A SPIRITUAL PATH

Couplehood as a Spiritual Path: The Imago Journey for Couples Inviting
the Healing Spirit of God to Emerge in Your Relationships, is set for
six Tuesday nights, 7 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 3 to Dec. 8 at Washington
National Cathedral. This educational course for couples who want to
realize their relationship potential was developed by Harville Hendrix
and Helen LaKelly Hunt based on Imago principles described in their
bestselling book, "Getting the Love You Want." Cost: $40 per couple for
materials. Instructors will be the Rev. Carl Siegel and Rebecca Sears.
Register at https://tickets.cathedral.org/public/show.asp

 

HELP THE HOMELESS WALKATHON

Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington invites members of the diocese
to walk under the Samaritan Ministry banner at the Nov. 21 Help the
Homeless Walkathon on the National Mall. Registration begins at 7 a.m.
and the walk starts at 9 a.m. Register at www.samaritanministry.org
Click on the link, and select Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington,
DC-074 as your beneficiary agency from the drop down list. Be sure and
print your confirmation and bring it with you to the Walkathon. 

 

SAVE THE DATE - NOV. 20 HUNGER SUMMIT IN PG COUNTY

The Governor's Partnership to End Childhood Hunger in Maryland will hold
a Prince George's County Faith-based Hunger Summit from 8:15 a.m. to
1:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at Prince George's Community College (301 Largo Drive,
Largo, MD  20774) Free to attend. With special guest Rep. Donna Edwards
(D-Md.). Learn more about the partnership's efforts and how your church
or faith-based organization can help ensure that no Maryland family or
child has to worry about where they will get their next meal. For more
information, contact Valerie Woodward, Governor's Office for Children at
410/767-2547 or vwoodward at goc.state.md.us

 

EASTER PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND 

Join the Rev. Canon John Peterson on a pilgrimage to experience the
ancient rites and processions of Holy Week in Jerusalem from March
25-April 6. This is a rare opportunity to participate in Western and
Orthodox Easter observances since the date for both calendars coincide
in 2010. Experience the culture and history of the region through
lectures and discussions, local cuisine, contemplative walks in sacred
spaces, worship services, evening events and the hospitality of the many
different peoples in the Holy Land. Register by Nov. 20.  For more
information, contact Kathy Spaar at 202/537-2373 or
kspaar at cathedral.org.

 

SAVE THE DATE - SIMULCAST SERVICE WITH BETHLEHEM

The third annual Joint Simulcast Worship Service with the People of
Bethlehem is set for 10 a.m. Dec. 19 in Washington National Cathedral's
Bethlehem Chapel. In Washington, the service will be led by Bishop John
Bryson Chane and Bishop Richard Graham of the Metropolitan Washington,
D.C. Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Dean Samuel T.
Lloyd and the Rev. Canon Steve Huber, the cathedral's vicar. In
Bethlehem Dr. Mitri Raheb, pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas
Church in Bethlehem, Bishop Munib Younan of the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in Jordan and the Holy Land and Bishop Suheil Dawani of the
Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem will preside. The service is sponsored by
the Ad Hoc Committee for Bethlehem, Sharing Jerusalem and Washington
Interfaith Alliance for Middle East Peace. 

 

TEA TIME AT ASCENSION, SILVER SPRING

Ascension, Silver Spring (633 Sligo Avenue) will host a tea party in its
Parish Hall from 3 to 5 p.m. Nov. 8. Tea with  tea sandwiches,
fresh-baked scones and homemade cakes, sweetbreads and cookies served on
fine china, plus music provided by Karen Ashbrook (hammered dulcimer,
flute), Paul Oorts (harpguitar, accordion) and Maybelle Kagy (piano).
Cost is $10 in advance, $15 at the door. For reservations and
information contact info at ascensionsilverspring.org or call Karen
Ashbrook at 301/592-0101. 

 

"WEARY BLUES"

Holly Bass and musical friends perform this work of jazz and poetry at
St. Mary's Foggy Bottom, 723 23rd St. NW, at 7 p.m. Oct. 27. The
performance is co-sponsored by Grace, Georgetown and St. Mary's.

 

HEALING SERVICE AT ST. DAVID'S, D.C.

St. David's, D.C., will hold a special service of Holy Eucharist with
the laying on of hands for healing at 5 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 18).  This
service is open to all in the community. St. David's is located at 5150
Macomb Street, NW, Washington, DC  20016. www.stdavidsdc.org

 

CHAIR RACK - FREE TO A GOOD CHURCH HOME

St. James', Potomac has a chair rack that is about 9 feet long and can
hold 40 metal folding chairs to give away to a good church home. If
interested, contact office at stjamespotomac.org or 301/762-8040. 

 

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS

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

* Kelly Cooper (Church House staff) - prayers & sympathy at sudden loss
of his father (Lynn)

* Peter Turner (Church House staff) - personal health (recovery from
surgery)

* David and Beth Black - personal health of both

* Kathy Corbett-Welch - personal health 

* Erica Wood - personal health

* Mary Sulerud - sister's health (Chris )

* Claudia Tielking - son's health (Josh)

* Jake Beck - personal health

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

* Susan Blue - personal health

* Roy Turner -  personal health

 

>>> REMINDERS:

 

THIS WEEKEND:

 

DIOCESAN HUNGER WALKS 

The diocesan Hunger Fund Committee invites you to participate in either
of two concurrent Hunger Walks on Sunday (Oct. 18) to raise money for
the Hunger Fund. The fund provides grants to organizations throughout
the diocese that provide food to those in need. Both walks begin at 1:30
p.m., and will take place at: 

* Lake Artemesia, College Park (hosted by Christ Church, Rockville)
http://www.pgparks.com/Things_To_Do/Nature/Lake_Artemesia.htm AND

* The new Indian Head Rail Trail:
http://www.charlescounty.org/pf/parks_rec/parks/trails.jsp

(hosted by Christ Church Durham and Christ Church Port Tobacco)

Please contact Lee Mericle at lmericle at acm.org or 301/434-6635 with any
questions.

 

ST. PAUL'S CHOIR OF MEN AND BOYS TO HOST OPEN HOUSE

St. Paul's, K Street will host an Open House on Sunday (Oct. 18) for
boys (and their families) who may be interested in the Choir of Men and
Boys. The event begins with an observed rehearsal at 4:45 p.m., followed
by Evensong at 6 p.m. A reception follows at 6:45 p.m. RSVP to the
director of music, Robert McCormick, at 202/337-2020, ext. 14, or
McCormick at stpauls-kst.com 

 

5TH ANNUAL UNITY WALK

The 5th annual interfaith Unity Walk is set for 1 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday
(Oct. 18). The walk will begin with opening remarks at the Washington
Hebrew Congregation. Attendees will visit numerous houses of worship
along Embassy Row for hospitality, remarks will be given at the Islamic
Center of Washington and the event will conclude with a singing
procession to the Gandhi Memorial. The walk aims to build bridges of
respect among different faiths as a model for the world to emulate. This
year's theme is "Celebrating Our Faiths, Uniting to Serve." For further
information, visit www.911unitywalk.org  or call 202/244-5006.

 

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 Saturday (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.

 

COMING SOON:

 

FAMILY SYSTEMS THEORY FOR CLERGY

Congregational Leadership: Family Systems Theory for Clergy is a
three-session program for understanding a congregation's emotional
system as a key to effective leadership. The workshop is set for Oct.
26-28, Feb. 22-24 and April 26-28 and is led by Margaret Treadwell,
LICSW, and the Rev. Jacques Hadler. For more information, including fees
and housing, visit www.vts.edu/icfl/registration

 

RELIGION AND THE YOUNG ADULT

Join David Gortner, professor of evangelism and congregational life at
VTS, to consider the ways young adults (20s and 30s) think about
religion and the spiritual life from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 6 at Virginia
Theological Seminary. Whether you work with, mentor or parent young
adults or are one yourself, there is much to learn and share about the
future of religious life in America. For more information, visit
www.vts.edu/icfl/registration

 

A BENEDICTINE EXPERIENCE

Experience the quiet, discipline and community of a contemplative
retreat sponsored by The Friends of St. Benedict and the Diocese of
Maryland, set for Dec. 10-13 at the Bishop Claggett Center in
Buckeystown, Md. Modeled after the balanced way of life set out by St.
Benedict in his Rule, participants take part in an ordered day of
prayer, study, work and leisure. Presenters will be the Rev. Margaret
Guenther and the Rev. Barbara Henry. For information or to register,
contact saintbenedict at prospect-tech.com or 202/363-8061, or visit
www.benedictfriend.org 

 

HEALING PRAYER CONFERENCE

"Minister with Boldness" is the theme of a healing prayer conference set
for 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at St. Alban's, D.C. The event is
sponsored by the International Order of St. Luke, an organization that
promotes the healing prayer ministry. All are invited. For complete
information, contact Paul or Carolyn Rae at 703/971-7984,
theraes at cox.net or visit  www.OSL-WashingtonDC.org

 

30TH ANNUAL INTERFAITH CONCERT

The InterFaith Conference of Metropolitan Washington will hold its 30th
Annual InterFaith Concert from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the
Washington Hebrew Congregation (3935 Macomb Street NW). Following the
performance desserts from around the world will be available. Tickets
cost $30 reserved ($25 each for groups of 10 or more); $15 general
admission ordered in advance ($12.50 for groups) or $18 at the door. To
reserve, call 202/234-6301 and ask for InterFaith Concert tickets, or
order online at www.ifcmw.org

 

CHILDREN-TO-CHILDREN ADVENT APPEAL

The 4th Annual Bishop's Children-to-Children Advent Appeal will support
mothers and children working with Mother Orma and the Purple Industries
sewing ministries in Swaziland. The mothers in the program have knitted
stuffed teddy bears, which are available for $25 each.  Christmas orders
are due by Dec. 14: Fax orders to 202/364-6605 for delivery to parishes
before Dec. 20. If you wish to make a donation of $25 but choose not to
receive a bear, the bear will be given to a child in this diocese who is
affected by HIV/AIDS. The Southern Africa Partnership Committee has
prepared a storybook and activities to help Sunday School directors
share the lives of the children in Swaziland with the children in your
parishes that is being mailed to parishes. Contact Cheryl Daves Wilburn
at cwilburn at edow.org with any questions.

 

THE POWER OF NONVIOLENCE

The Episcopal Peace Fellowship will hold a workshop exploring personal
and social tools for nonviolent conflict resolution, The Power of
Nonviolence, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 24 at St. Alban's, D.C. The
interfaith workshop costs $10. Please bring your own lunch. Facilitators
will present the legacy of Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Desmond
Tutu, in light of the personal and international problems facing us
today.  There will be film clips from PBS' "A Force More Powerful" about
nonviolent social movements in the 20th century. For registration and
information contact Helma Lanyi at olivebranch at rcn.com

 

MICROFINANCE WORKSHOPS

Oikocredit is offering two local workshops on microfinance to teach
participants about microcredit, current trends and challenges and enable
them to interact with professionals in the microfinance field, local
investors and socially responsible investment groups. Workshops are:

* An Introduction to Microfinance, 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 24 at Western
Presbyterian Church, 2401 Virginia Ave., NW, Washington, D.C., 20037

* Current Issues in Microfinance, 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 2 at the  University
of Maryland's, Van Munching Hall (Mowatt Lane) College Park, MD 20742

For further information, please visit www.oikocredit.org 

 

2010 COMPENSATION GUIDES AND HEALTH PLAN RATES

The 2010 Compensation Guidelines for active clergy and lay employees
will remain at 2009 levels with special consideration for enhanced
compensation given to those whose compensation falls below these
guidelines. Monthly health premiums in 2010 will be $643 individual,
$1,187 employee plus one, $1,769 family. Additional information is
available at www.edow.org under Parish Management and from Kathleen
Hall, khall at edow.org or 202/537-6522.

 

SAFEGUARDING GOD'S CHILDREN

Fall sessions for Safeguarding God's Children, the child abuse
prevention training course for all paid full time parish/school staffs
and all who work with children and youth are as follows:

* Oct. 24: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Mark's, Silver Spring (Region
4)

* Nov. 7: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Ascension & St. Agnes (Region 1)

* Nov. 10: 7-10 p.m. at St. Columba's, D.C. (Region 2)

* Dec. 5: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Dunstan's (Region 3)

Register online at www.edow.org/prevention

 

BISHOP WALKER SCHOOL AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM

St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom will host pupils, faculty, staff and the Board
of Trustees of the Bishop John T. Walker School at a special worship
service set for 10 a.m. Dec. 6. Homilist will be the Rev. Canon Kwasi
Thornell, the school's first chaplain. Reception with a guest speaker
will follow. All are invited. For further information, contact Kathrine
Ebert at 202/333-3985

 

MILLENNIUM DEVELOPMENT GOALS

Raise your parish voice on behalf of the world's poorest people. A new
resource for parish use is available at www.e4gr.org/mdgs Remember that
the EDOW/MDG Committee also welcomes calls for parish presentations. For
further information, contact  Janeschubert at aol.com

 

APPLY NOW FOR THE SUMMER COLLEGIUM

Apply now for the Summer Collegium, a project in support of small
congregations at Virginia Theological Seminary. Clergy (and their
spouses or partners) are invited to spend nine days at VTS for
encouragement, education, rest and renewal. All expenses are paid by a
grant from the Lilly Endowment. The Collegium is set for June 23 - July
1. Apply at  www.vts.edu/education/collegium or contact
SummerCollegium at vts.edu or 703/461-1760.  Applications must be
postmarked by Dec. 15.  

 

HUMAN INTERACTION LAB TRAINING

Human Interaction Lab training, set for Feb.12-15 at St. Alban's, D.C.,
is an opportunity to learn more about yourself, how your behavior
impacts others, and how you can function more effectively in a group and
interpersonal situations. The competencies developed are those
associated with what has been called emotional intelligence.
Participants will learn about their own patterns of behavior as they
accept responsibility for a group's life and work. For further
information or to register, visit
http://www.congregationaldevelopment.com/LTI_programs.htm

 

ALL YOUTH CATHEDRAL LOCK-IN 

The All Youth Cathedral lock-In is set for Nov 13. The theme is
"Episco...what? EpiscoLOVE!" 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.  

 

FIVE AUTUMN EVENINGS OF PRAYER

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.

 

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

 

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, created by the Saint Anna's Home of the
Diocese of Washington, is a one-time award of up to $1,500 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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