From churchhouse at EDOW.ORG Thu Sep 2 13:45:56 2010 From: churchhouse at EDOW.ORG (Church House News) Date: Thu Sep 2 13:46:03 2010 Subject: [edow] Church House News Message-ID: SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 *** The weekly bulletin for clergy, wardens, diocesan committee members, convention delegates and church administrators in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington *** DIOCESAN YOUTH MISSION DAY Kick off the 2010-11 Diocesan Youth program year with a ride on a skipjack! The Rev. Meredith Syler and others in Southern Maryland have arranged a Sept. 25 visit to Tangier Island, a local community with an economy based completely around fishing. Youth in the diocese will learn about the connection between the environment and the economy and will explore, learn, eat and play in the water during this day trip. Cost: $35 per participant. Open to anyone grades 6 through 12 mature enough to get on a boat. Space is limited. Registration closes Sept. 20. Go to www.edow.org/youth or contact jhitchcock@edow.org with questions or for more information. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WORKSHOP - REGISTER NOW! Register now for the diocese's Business Administration Workshop. This workshop is set for 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the National 4-H Conference Center in Chevy Chase and will be repeated on Oct. 2 at Christ, Chaptico. It is recommended for treasurers, finance committee chairs, wardens and rectors. Topics will include Understanding & Managing Compensation Packages; The Denominational Health Plan and the Diocese; Church Finance; and Demystifying Parish Audits - Ask the Experts. Cost is $20. Register at: http://www.edow.org/news/calendar/events.html PARK 51 ISLAMIC CENTER NEAR GROUND ZERO: ISSUES IN CONFLICT Bishop John Bryson Chane will be a panelist at a discussion titled, "Park 51 Islamic Center Near Ground Zero: Issues in Conflict," organized by the Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University. The discussion, set for 11 a.m. Sept. 7, will examine the controversy aroused by the proposed construction of an Islamic community center near ground zero in lower Manhattan. Other panelists will be John L. Esposito, the center's founding director, Thomas Farr, visiting associate professor of Religion and World Affairs and senior fellow at the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace and World Affairs, Georgetown University and Intisar Rabb, assistant professor of Law, Boston College Law School. The panel is open to the public. RSVP here: https://www12.georgetown.edu/sfs/rsvp/index.cfm?Action=View&EventID=3009 LATINO MINISTRIES CELEBRATION The diocese will hold its annual Latino Ministries Celebration at 6 p.m. Oct 16 at St. Alban's, D.C. The celebration, designed to honor and uphold the ministry of the seven Latino congregations in the diocese, will start with a 6 p.m. Eucharist. Bishop Chane will preside. Food, music and dance will follow. All are invited to attend! PALESTINE/ISRAEL ADVOCACY GROUP ANNOUNCES TWO SCREENINGS The Palestine/Israel Advocacy Group of the Washington National Cathedral congregation announces two upcoming screenings: * Little Town of Bethlehem, a documentary film, follows the story of three men of different faiths and their lives in Israel and Palestine. The story explores each man's choice of nonviolent action amidst a culture of overwhelming violence. All three men - Sami, Yonatan and Ahmad - will be present at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 25 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). * With God on Our Side, a documentary film, takes a look at the theology of Christian Zionism, which teaches that because the Jews are God's chosen people, they have a divine right to the land of Israel. The Rev. Stephen Sizer, an authority on Christian Zionism, and Porter Speakman Jr, the film's director, will be at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). SIXTH ANNUAL 9/11 INTERFAITH UNITY WALK The 2010 Unity Walk is set for 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 12. "Building Peace By Serving Each Other" is the theme of this year's walk, which will start with an invocation and welcome at the Sikh Temple (3801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW). Participants will visit houses of worship in the area and a community service fair at the Islamic Center. The walk will conclude at the Gandhi Memorial near the Dupont Circle Metro. The Rev. Mpho A. Tutu will speak at this year's walk. For more information visit www.911unitywalk.org or look for 911unitywalk on Facebook. MAGI MEETING MAGI (Multi-cultural Awareness of Gifts, Inc.) will meet at 1 p.m. Sept. 2 at Transfiguration, Silver Spring. Any priest or deacon involved in a multi-cultural parish is invited to attend. The Rev. Jacques Hadler will be the advisor. Please bring your lunch. For further information please call Dianne Atkins at 301/384-6264. FALL SAFEGUARDING TRAINING DATES The fall schedule for classes in the required child abuse prevention training (for full time church employees and volunteers working with youth) is still being finalized. However two dates are confirmed and noted below. The remaining 4 regions will be finalized in the next week. * Sept. 18 - All Saints', Chevy Chase (Region 3) - 9 a.m. to noon (note special time) * Oct. 2 - Ascension, Lexington Park (Region 6) - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Online registration is required and will be available at www.edow.org/prevention CHILDREN TO CHILDREN APPEAL 2010 In July, rectors, senior wardens and Christian education coordinators should have received a letter and brochure describing this year's focus - school supplies for the Kwasa Kids in Springs, South Africa. The Southern Africa Partnership Committee hopes your Sunday School children will participate. Another mailing will be sent in October and more information (possible activities for the children) will be posted at www.edow.org/spac . CZECH CHILDREN'S CHOIR TO SING AT ST. CHRISTOPHER'S The Czech Children's choir Viola will give a public performance at 8 p.m. Sept. 14 at St. Christopher's, New Carrollton (8001 Annapolis Road). The concert will feature selections by composers from Bach to Dvorak as well as gospel and modern classics. The program also will include folksongs from Bohemia and Moravia. Viola is made up of 35 students in grades 3-11 from the small town of Zamberk who are making their first visit to the United States. Admission is free. Ample parking is available in the church lot. Questions? Call Judy Mutty (301/922-0580) or the Rev. Charles Hoffacker (301/466-8133). RECTOR INSTALLATION The Rev. Cara Spaccarelli will be installed as the 28th rector of Christ Church, Washington Parish at 10 a.m. Sept. 11. The church is located at 620 G Street, SE, Washington, D.C., 20003 Clergy are asked to wear red stoles. A celebration luncheon will follow in the Parish Hall. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: * Mitzi Nobel - condolences at the time of her mother's death (Ruby) * Jessee Neat - father's personal health (Arlo) * Ronald Conner - personal health * Kenneth Sharp - personal health * George Timberlake - wife's health (Pat) * Barbara Harris - personal health * Bill Spofford - personal health * Mary Sulerud - daughter's health (Emily) * Erica Wood - personal health * Deirdre Eckian - personal health * Jan Ellen Nunnally - prayers at the occasion of her death (8/31/10) >>> REMINDERS: BISHOP SEARCH NEWS Sign up to receive updates about the search process at http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/bishopsearch E-mails are sent out on the first and third Monday of every month. REGIONAL ASSEMBLIES 2010 Regional Assemblies for Regions 1, 2, 3 & 4 are set for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at Washington Episcopal School, Bethesda. Regions 5 & 6 will gather from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at St. Barnabas' Leeland, Upper Marlboro. Clergy, wardens and convention delegates are entitled to vote and should plan to come. Other members of the vestry are encouraged to come as well to participate in discussions. Presentations will address the search process for the next Bishop of Washington. Information about nominations and deadlines is available at http://governance.edow.org Volunteers (non-voting) are needed for the Regions 1-4 Assembly on Oct. 30: If you are able to help out, please sign up on the governance website. LEADERSHIP FOR OUR TIMES WORKSHOP Leadership for Our Times: Nov. 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Christ, Chaptico. For lay leaders and clergy, whether new to leadership or as a refresher. This workshop explores the authority of leadership, the changing environment in which we live and how to respond to challenges. Visit http://www.edow.org/events for details or to register. THE FAITH COMMUNITY'S ROLE IN EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS The Office of Faith Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the Department of Homeland Security is collaborating with the DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency to host a faith based forum on preparedness from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 8 at Trinity University Social Hall, 125 Michigan Avenue NE, Washington, D.C. 20017. The theme is "Readiness - Resources - Responsibilities: The Faith Community's Role in Emergency Preparedness." For further information or to register, contact hsema.outreach@dc.gov ECW FASHION SHOW The Episcopal Church Women will host a Fashion Show benefit from 2 to 5 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Church of Our Saviour, Hillandale. The church is located at 1700 Powder Mill Road, Silver Spring, Md., 20903-1514. Cost is $25. Refreshments will be served. For tickets contact 202/537-6530, ecw@edow.org or visit www.ecw-edow.org CHRISTIAN BEREAVEMENT FACILITATOR TRAINING Walking the Mourner's Path - Christian Bereavement Facilitator Training School is set for Nov. 4-5 at All Saint's Church in Frederick, Md. The fee is $350 per person, or $250 for two or more from the same organization. Rooms available. For information, call the Rev. Kay Rice, 301-/663-5625, ext. 108. Deadline for registration is Sept. 30. More information is available at www.mournerspath.com COUPLES WORKSHOP Start Right, Stay Connected, an all-day workshop designed for couples entering holy unions and marriage is set for 9:30 a.m. Sept. 25 at St. Luke's, Bethesda. The workshop uses Imago Relationship dialogue to help couples develop a deep and rich practice of connection. Couples who are interested can contact 301/530-1800 or admin@stlukesbethesda.org or visit the Imago Center of Washington, D.C. at www.imagocenterdc.com 2010 POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR The 2010 Potomac Country House Tour, sponsored by St. Francis, Potomac, is set for Oct. 2-3. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 on tour days. Further information can be found at www.potomaccountryhousetour.org ROSEMOUNT CENTER'S FALL FIESTA AND AUCTION On Oct. 15, Rosemount Center, a bilingual Head Start organization, will host its Fall Fiesta. The night will include silent and live auctions, refreshments, live music by Mariachi Los Amigos, and will feature Councilmember Jim Graham as the evening's auctioneer. The festivities will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 2000 Rosemount Avenue NW. Tickets are $30 for Rosemount parents (2 for $50), and $40 for non-parents (2 for $60), valet parking will be provided free of charge. For more information, visit www.rosemountcenter.com CHURCH MUSICIANS RETREAT A Church Musicians Retreat is set for Sept. 17-18 at the Bishop Claggett Center, Md. Workshops include The Role of the Church Musician by the Rev. Meredith Kefauver Olsen, St. Mark's Church, Highland; World Music by Eileen Guenther, President of the American Guild of Organists, Royal School of Church Music's Program by John Brooks and an Anthem Reading Session by Thaddeus Cavuoti from the Diocese of Washington. Visit www.bishopclaggett.org for information and registration. KATRINA ISSUES FORUM/BENEFIT The nonprofit Delta Caucus invites area Episcopalians to an issues forum/benefit to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina and the oil disaster in the Gulf, with members of Congress, Obama administration officials and nationally recognized experts on disaster relief, health care and renewable energy. The event is set for 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation on Capitol Hill, at 212 East Capitol. The event is free and there is a free lunch. For more information and to gain admission, contact Lee Powell, director of the Delta Caucus, at 202/360-6347 or leepowell@delta.comcastbiz.net. HALF-DAY SATURDAY RETREATS Contemplative Outreach of Metropolitan Washington is offering a series of half-day morning retreats on Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. The retreats are designed for individuals with a regular practice of centering prayer for at least three months. Participants are invited to attend one, two, or all three mornings. The Oct. 2 retreat is set for 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring. Preregistration is encouraged and a donation of $10 is suggested. To register or to obtain additional information, contact LJ Milone at 301/622-1122 or adultdre@sjbsilverspring.org. On-site registration is available. TRANSITION MINISTRY CONFERENCE The fall Transition Ministry Conference is set for Sept. 20-23. The Rev. Mary Sulerud, canon for deployment and vocational ministries, will be presenting information on clergy from this diocese who would like to explore a new call. If you would like to be presented at this conference, contact msulerud@edow.org for a copy of the Confidential Clergy Information to be completed and returned to her electronically, along with a CDO profile, by Sept. 7. RE-VISIONING OLDER ADULT MINISTRIES A Re-Visioning Older Adult Ministries workshop is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25 at Springvale Terrace Retirement Community, 8505 Springvale Rd., Silver Spring. Participants will discuss the gifts and concerns of older adults and strategize programs and services that can be developed by and for older adults. For more information and to register, contact Annie Shaw of Seabury Resources for Aging at 202/414-6314 or AShaw@seaburyresources.org by Sept. 20. The workshop is free and lunch will be provided. HUNGER FUND COMMITTEE IN SEARCH OF REGION 5 REP The diocesan Hunger Fund Committee seeks a representative from Region 5. The committee meets six times a year. Committee members review grant requests, monitor grants and participate in fund raising activities. If you are interested in serving on this committee, contact Lee Mericle at lmericle@acm.orgfor further details. PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND A diocesan pilgrimage and education adventure to the Holy Land is set for Dec. 8-20. The itinerary includes Jordan, Israel and Palestine. Visit the churches, schools and health facilities run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, walk in the places where Jesus taught and loved, experience fabulous hospitality and grace. For the complete itinerary and the registration form, visit edow.org or contact Tracy Dieter at tdieter@edow.org. SUPPORTING NEW COLLEGE STUDENTS Parishes with students entering college in the fall, or already in college, are invited to contact the Rev. Preston Hannibal, canon for academic ministries, at phannibal@edow.org with the student's name, e-mail address and college or university. He will forward the contact information to the appropriate college chaplain. CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL The Bishop Walker School's Classroom Wish List is available on Amazon at http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/registry.html?ie=UTF8&type=wishlist&id =5B0TANT50ZFQ You can purchase the items or make a contribution toward a particular item. To make a general contribution to the school, visit http://bishopwalkerschool.org/article.php?id=44 To unsubscribe from CHURCH HOUSE NEWS, do NOT reply to this message. 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There will be free testing and information about: Alzheimer's, arthritis, blood pressure, breast cancer, colon cancer, cholesterol, dental health, diabetes, eye disorders, HIV, kidney disease, pulmonary disorders, substance abuse, healthy families, men's health and more. ANNUAL BAZAAR AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom will hold its Annual Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5-6. The bazaar will feature handmade arts and crafts, luncheon and a bake sale. Vendors welcomed. The church is located at 728 23rd Street N.W. 20037. Call Lois Lee Patterson, ECW president, at 703/790-1223 for further information. BOYS' AND GIRLS' CHOIRS AT ST. PAUL'S, K STREET Modeled on famed English choirs, St. Paul's offer world-class choral training programs for boys and girls. Professional music instruction is offered at no cost to parents, save the commitment to rehearsals and services. Participation in tours and recordings. Many families successfully participate in St. Paul's choir programs in addition to remaining active in their home parishes. For further information about joining, contact Robert McCormick, director of music, at McCormick@stpauls-kst.com, or 202/337-2020, ext. 14. ECW FASHION SHOW The Episcopal Church Women will host a Fashion Show benefit from 2 to 5 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Church of Our Saviour, Hillandale. The church is located at 1700 Powder Mill Road, Silver Spring, Md., 20903-1514. Cost is $25. Refreshments will be served. For tickets contact 202/537-6530, ecw@edow.org or visit www.ecw-edow.org MDG COMMITTEE SEEKS NEW MEMBERS The diocesan Committee on the Millennium Development Goals has a number of seats available, both immediately and beginning with the new year. The committee educates and encourages to parishes to fight global poverty by partnering with communities in the developing world, and provides grants for new or expanding projects that address one or more of the MDGs. To learn more about the committee's work, visit http://www.edow.org/MDGs. If you are interested in joining the committee, please contact Ann Finch at aocfinch@yahoo.com or 240/994-6983. BOOK FAIR TO BENEFIT THE ST. PHILIP'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER A Book Fair to benefit the St. Philip's Child Development Center in Anacostia is set for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Politics & Prose, 5051 Connecticut Ave, NW. Twenty percent of any full price item purchased in the store will go to the Center. Additionally, a wish list of books to purchase for the Center will be available. St. Philip's also serves as the temporary home of the Bishop Walker Program. Important: When you are at the cash register, please remember to ask that your purchase benefit St. Philip's and hand the clerk a St. Philip's coupon. Coupons are available at all cash registers. BOOK SIGNING OPEN HOUSE FOR THE REV. KEN HOWARD A Book Signing Open House for the Rev. Ken Howard is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 3 at St Nicholas, Darnestown. Howard's new book is titled, "Paradoxy: Creating Community Beyond Us and Them." The first 100 people will be given a book for Howard to sign. See saintnicks.com for directions or to purchase a book if you cannot come. Please call Bob McCartin at 301/785-0005 if you have questions. OIL WATER SOUL: BUILDING COMMUNITY IN NEW ORLEANS Oil Water Soul: Building Community in New Orleans is set for Oct. 14-17 in New Orleans. During the conference, presented by The Committee of Seventy of Washington National Cathedral, participants will do service, build community and reflect on how we live our faith in this troubled world. Courtney Cowart (who spent years in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina and before that in post-9/11 New York City), will facilitate the Saturday reflections. Come to serve, renew and reflect on your gifts and those of your neighbors and see the determined spirit of the faithful. Registration fee has been waived, and there will be no charge for buses, workshops and most meals (one night's meal is on your own). The Marriott Renaissance Arts Hotel is offering a reduced rate of $99 per night per room. Participants are responsible for travel and hotel cost but scholarships are available. Registration deadline is Sept. 23. For further information, contact the Rev. Patty Johnson, Canon Missioner at Washington National Cathedral, at 202/537-5251 or pjohnson@cathedral.org. RECOVERY MONTH PRAYER BREAKFAST AT ALL SOULS, D.C. The Washington area Recovery Month Celebration will start with an 8 a.m. Sept. 17 Faith Partners Prayer Breakfast at All Souls, D.C. The Prayer Breakfast is hosted by the D.C. Recovery Community Alliance and is sponsored by Oxford House, P.I.W., Federal City, RAP, Kolmac Clinics and the Gospel Rescue Mission. The event is free but registration is required: contact 202/842-1732 x 238 or marjorieb@grm.org to register. HOMECOMING SUNDAY AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM * St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom invites members of the diocese to celebrate its Homecoming Sunday at 10 a.m. Oct. 10 with a service and repast. The church is located at 728 23rd Street NW, 20037 and parking is available in the George Washington University Lot at 2211 H Street NW (between 22nd & 23rd Streets). * St. Mary's also will hold a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 15: dinner/$8; sandwich/$4. CLERGY INSTALLATIONS: * The Rev. Timothy A. Boggs will be installed as Canon Provost of Washington National Cathedral during a Choral Evensong in the Great Choir set for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 4. A reception will follow - RSVP by Sept. 27 to dean@cathedral.org. Clergy: Choir Dress. * The Rev. Ann Moczydlowski will be installed as the fourth rector of St. Mary Magdalene at 4 p.m. Sept. 26. The church is located at 3820 Aspen Hill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Clergy are asked to wear festive stoles. A reception will follow. RSVP to annwellspring@yahoo.com * The Rev. Cara Spaccarelli will be installed as the 28th rector of Christ Church, Washington Parish at 10 a.m. Sept. 11. The church is located at 620 G Street, SE, Washington, D.C., 20003. Clergy are asked to wear red stoles. A celebration luncheon will follow in the Parish Hall. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: * Jessee Neat - father's personal health (Arlo) * Ronald Conner - personal health * Kenneth Sharp - personal health * George Timberlake - wife's health (Pat) * Barbara Harris - personal health * Mary Sulerud - daughter's health (Emily) * Erica Wood - personal health * Deirdre Eckian - personal health >>> REMINDERS: DIOCESAN YOUTH MISSION DAY Kick off the 2010-11 Diocesan Youth program year with a ride on a skipjack! The Rev. Meredith Syler and others in Southern Maryland have arranged a Sept. 25 visit to Tangier Island, a local community with an economy based completely around fishing. Youth in the diocese will learn about the connection between the environment and the economy and will explore, learn, eat and play in the water during this day trip. Cost: $35 per participant. Open to anyone grades 6 through 12 mature enough to get on a boat. Space is limited. Registration closes Sept. 20. Go to www.edow.org/youth or contact jhitchcock@edow.org with questions or for more information. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WORKSHOP - REGISTER NOW! Register now for the diocese's Business Administration Workshop. This workshop is set for 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 18 at the National 4-H Conference Center in Chevy Chase and will be repeated on Oct. 2 at Christ, Chaptico. It is recommended for treasurers, finance committee chairs, wardens and rectors. Topics will include Understanding & Managing Compensation Packages; The Denominational Health Plan and the Diocese; Church Finance; and Demystifying Parish Audits - Ask the Experts. Cost is $20. Register at: http://www.edow.org/news/calendar/events.html LATINO MINISTRIES CELEBRATION The diocese will hold its annual Latino Ministries Celebration at 6 p.m. Oct 16 at St. Alban's, D.C. The celebration, designed to honor and uphold the ministry of the seven Latino congregations in the diocese, will start with a 6 p.m. Eucharist. Bishop Chane will preside. Food, music and dance will follow. All are invited to attend! PALESTINE/ISRAEL ADVOCACY GROUP ANNOUNCES TWO SCREENINGS The Palestine/Israel Advocacy Group of the Washington National Cathedral congregation announces two upcoming screenings: * Little Town of Bethlehem, a documentary film, follows the story of three men of different faiths and their lives in Israel and Palestine. The story explores each man's choice of nonviolent action amidst a culture of overwhelming violence. All three men - Sami, Yonatan and Ahmad - will be present at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 25 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). * With God on Our Side, a documentary film, takes a look at the theology of Christian Zionism, which teaches that because the Jews are God's chosen people, they have a divine right to the land of Israel. The Rev. Stephen Sizer, an authority on Christian Zionism, and Porter Speakman Jr, the film's director, will be at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). SIXTH ANNUAL 9/11 INTERFAITH UNITY WALK The 2010 Unity Walk is set for 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 12. "Building Peace By Serving Each Other" is the theme of this year's walk, which will start with an invocation and welcome at the Sikh Temple (3801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW). Participants will visit houses of worship in the area and a community service fair at the Islamic Center. The walk will conclude at the Gandhi Memorial near the Dupont Circle Metro. The Rev. Mpho A. Tutu will speak at this year's walk. For more information visit www.911unitywalk.org or look for 911unitywalk on Facebook. FALL SAFEGUARDING TRAINING DATES The fall schedule for classes in the required child abuse prevention training (for full time church employees and volunteers working with youth) is still being finalized. However two dates are confirmed and noted below. The remaining 4 regions will be finalized soon. * Sept. 18 - All Saints', Chevy Chase (Region 3) - 9 a.m. to noon (note special time) * Oct. 2 - Ascension, Lexington Park (Region 6) - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Online registration is required and will be available at www.edow.org/prevention CHILDREN TO CHILDREN APPEAL 2010 In July, rectors, senior wardens and Christian education coordinators should have received a letter and brochure describing this year's focus - money for school supplies for the Kwasa Kids in Springs, South Africa. The Southern Africa Partnership Committee hopes your Sunday School children will participate. Another mailing will be sent in October and more information (possible activities for the children) will be posted at www.edow.org/spac . CZECH CHILDREN'S CHOIR TO SING AT ST. CHRISTOPHER'S The Czech Children's choir Viola will give a public performance at 8 p.m. Sept. 14 at St. Christopher's, New Carrollton (8001 Annapolis Road). The concert will feature selections by composers from Bach to Dvorak as well as gospel and modern classics. The program also will include folksongs from Bohemia and Moravia. Viola is made up of 35 students in grades 3-11 from the small town of Zamberk who are making their first visit to the United States. Admission is free. Ample parking is available in the church lot. Questions? Call Judy Mutty (301/922-0580) or the Rev. Charles Hoffacker (301/466-8133). BISHOP SEARCH NEWS Sign up to receive updates about the search process at http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/bishopsearch E-mails are sent out on the first and third Monday of every month. REGIONAL ASSEMBLIES 2010 Regional Assemblies for Regions 1, 2, 3 & 4 are set for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at Washington Episcopal School, Bethesda. Regions 5 & 6 will gather from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at St. Barnabas' Leeland, Upper Marlboro. Clergy, wardens and convention delegates are entitled to vote and should plan to come. Other members of the vestry are encouraged to come as well to participate in discussions. Presentations will address the search process for the next Bishop of Washington. Information about nominations and deadlines is available at http://governance.edow.org Volunteers (non-voting) are needed for the Regions 1-4 Assembly on Oct. 30: If you are able to help out, please sign up on the governance website. LEADERSHIP FOR OUR TIMES WORKSHOP Leadership for Our Times: Nov. 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Christ, Chaptico. For lay leaders and clergy, whether new to leadership or as a refresher. This workshop explores the authority of leadership, the changing environment in which we live and how to respond to challenges. Visit http://www.edow.org/events for details or to register. CHRISTIAN BEREAVEMENT FACILITATOR TRAINING Walking the Mourner's Path - Christian Bereavement Facilitator Training School is set for Nov. 4-5 at All Saint's Church in Frederick, Md. The fee is $350 per person, or $250 for two or more from the same organization. Rooms available. For information, call the Rev. Kay Rice, 301-/663-5625, ext. 108. Deadline for registration is Sept. 30. More information is available at www.mournerspath.com COUPLES WORKSHOP Start Right, Stay Connected, an all-day workshop designed for couples entering holy unions and marriage is set for 9:30 a.m. Sept. 25 at St. Luke's, Bethesda. The workshop uses Imago Relationship dialogue to help couples develop a deep and rich practice of connection. Couples who are interested can contact 301/530-1800 or admin@stlukesbethesda.org or visit the Imago Center of Washington, D.C. at www.imagocenterdc.com 2010 POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR The 2010 Potomac Country House Tour, sponsored by St. Francis, Potomac, is set for Oct. 2-3. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 on tour days. Further information can be found at www.potomaccountryhousetour.org ROSEMOUNT CENTER'S FALL FIESTA AND AUCTION On Oct. 15, Rosemount Center, a bilingual Head Start organization, will host its Fall Fiesta. The night will include silent and live auctions, refreshments, live music by Mariachi Los Amigos, and will feature Councilmember Jim Graham as the evening's auctioneer. The festivities will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 2000 Rosemount Avenue NW. Tickets are $30 for Rosemount parents (2 for $50), and $40 for non-parents (2 for $60), valet parking will be provided free of charge. For more information, visit www.rosemountcenter.com CHURCH MUSICIANS RETREAT A Church Musicians Retreat is set for Sept. 17-18 at the Bishop Claggett Center, Md. Workshops include The Role of the Church Musician by the Rev. Meredith Kefauver Olsen, St. Mark's Church, Highland; World Music by Eileen Guenther, President of the American Guild of Organists, Royal School of Church Music's Program by John Brooks and an Anthem Reading Session by Thaddeus Cavuoti from the Diocese of Washington. Visit www.bishopclaggett.org for information and registration. KATRINA ISSUES FORUM/BENEFIT The nonprofit Delta Caucus invites area Episcopalians to an issues forum/benefit to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina and the oil disaster in the Gulf, with members of Congress, Obama administration officials and nationally recognized experts on disaster relief, health care and renewable energy. The event is set for 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation on Capitol Hill, at 212 East Capitol. The event is free and there is a free lunch. For more information and to gain admission, contact Lee Powell, director of the Delta Caucus, at 202/360-6347 or leepowell@delta.comcastbiz.net. HALF-DAY SATURDAY RETREATS Contemplative Outreach of Metropolitan Washington is offering a series of half-day morning retreats on Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. The retreats are designed for individuals with a regular practice of centering prayer for at least three months. Participants are invited to attend one, two, or all three mornings. The Oct. 2 retreat is set for 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring. Preregistration is encouraged and a donation of $10 is suggested. To register or to obtain additional information, contact LJ Milone at 301/622-1122 or adultdre@sjbsilverspring.org. On-site registration is available. RE-VISIONING OLDER ADULT MINISTRIES A Re-Visioning Older Adult Ministries workshop is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25 at Springvale Terrace Retirement Community, 8505 Springvale Rd., Silver Spring. Participants will discuss the gifts and concerns of older adults and strategize programs and services that can be developed by and for older adults. For more information and to register, contact Annie Shaw of Seabury Resources for Aging at 202/414-6314 or AShaw@seaburyresources.org by Sept. 20. The workshop is free and lunch will be provided. PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND A diocesan pilgrimage and education adventure to the Holy Land is set for Dec. 8-20. The itinerary includes Jordan, Israel and Palestine. Visit the churches, schools and health facilities run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, walk in the places where Jesus taught and loved, experience fabulous hospitality and grace. For the complete itinerary and the registration form, visit edow.org or contact Tracy Dieter at tdieter@edow.org. SUPPORTING NEW COLLEGE STUDENTS Parishes with students entering college in the fall, or already in college, are invited to contact the Rev. Preston Hannibal, canon for academic ministries, at phannibal@edow.org with the student's name, e-mail address and college or university. He will forward the contact information to the appropriate college chaplain. CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL The Bishop Walker School's Classroom Wish List is available on Amazon at http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/registry.html?ie=UTF8&type=wishlist&id =5B0TANT50ZFQ You can purchase the items or make a contribution toward a particular item. To make a general contribution to the school, visit http://bishopwalkerschool.org/article.php?id=44 To unsubscribe from CHURCH HOUSE NEWS, do NOT reply to this message. 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URL: http://lists.edowmail.org/pipermail/newslist/attachments/20100909/118e0360/attachment-0001.html From churchhouse at EDOW.ORG Thu Sep 16 10:32:23 2010 From: churchhouse at EDOW.ORG (Church House News) Date: Thu Sep 16 10:32:32 2010 Subject: [edow] Church House News Message-ID: SEPTEMBER 16, 2010 *** The weekly bulletin for clergy, wardens, diocesan committee members, convention delegates and church administrators in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington *** BISHOP SEARCH NEWS: PROFILE POSTED; APPLICATIONS INVITED The Diocesan Profile and Bishop Application have now been posted at www.search.edow.org The Diocesan Profile presents a snapshot of the diocese for prospective applicants. The Search and Nominating Committee will be taking applications for Bishop until October 15. To receive regular updates on the search process, sign up for the Bishop Search News listserv at http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/bishopsearch VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OCT. 30 REGIONALS If you are not serving as a delegate or warden, please consider volunteering to help with registration, hospitality, directing people or as an election teller at the Oct. 30 assemblies for regions 1-4 at Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda. Volunteer hours are approximately 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Visit http://governance.edow.org under "What's New" to register, or contact Ann Talty at atalty@edow.org or 202/537-6548. Most volunteers will be able to listen to the program, which will include an update and explanation of the process for electing the next bishop. LEARN ABOUT PILGRIMAGES If you or your parish are thinking about organizing or taking part in a pilgrimage and are either anxious or curious to learn more about what they entail, you are invited to Church House for dinner and conversation with Ken Janke, a pilgrimage leader from WonderVoyage, at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 23. Janke led popular pilgrimages for Christ, Kensington and St Luke's, Bethesda this year. Youth leaders and adults are invited! For further information, please contact the Rev. Jessica Hitchcock at jhitchcock@edow.org or 202/537-6524. RSVP at: http://public.serviceu.com/RegistrationForm/4929115-177769249/?OrgKey=5f 990674-fe87-459a-8d97-b26f52bfec10 NEW SAFEGUARDING TRAINING DATES ANNOUNCED The fall schedule for classes in the required child abuse prevention training (for full time church employees and volunteers working with youth) has now been confirmed. Dates and locations are: * Sept. 18 - All Saints', Chevy Chase (Region 3): 9 a.m. to noon (note special time) * Oct. 2 - Ascension, Lexington Park (Region 6): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Oct. 23 - St. Mary Magdalene (Region 4): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Nov. 18 - St. Columba's (Region 2): 7-10 p.m. (Weeknight) * Nov. 20 - Calvary (Region 1): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Dec. 11 - St. George's, Glenn Dale (Region 5): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Online registration is required and will be available at www.edow.org/prevention ST MARGARET'S ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE St. Margaret's, D.C., will hold its annual Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 30. Wide range of items for sale, from clothing to house ware, jewelry, small appliances and linen. Donations can be dropped off at the church between 10 a.m. and noon on the two Saturdays leading up to the sale (Oct.16 and 23). Contact Brien Gibney for further information at gibdoc@yahoo.com FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT EPIPHANY, FORESTVILLE Friday Night Jazz at Epiphany, Forestville is set for 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 22 and will feature Janine Gilbert-Carter. Admission is $10 for adults, free for those under the age of 16. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Epiphany is located at 3125 Ritchie Road, Forestville, MD 20747. SAVE THE DATE: LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL CELEBRATION OF COMMON MISSION The 10th Anniversary Celebration of Called to Common Mission, the Lutheran Episcopal Full Communion Agreement is set for Jan. 14- 15 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 4900 Connecticut Ave. NW. Workshops, worship and keynote address on Anglican Lutheran relations by Kenneth G. Appold, James Hastings Nichols associate professor of Reformation History, Princeton Theological Seminary. Sponsored by the Washington area Lutheran Episcopal Coordinating Committee. For more information contact the Rev. Tom Andrews at tomandrews@comcast.net PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: * Jessee Neat - father's personal health (Arlo) * Ronald Conner - personal health * Kenneth Sharp - personal health * George Timberlake - wife's health (Pat) * Barbara Harris - personal health * Mary Sulerud - daughter's health (Emily) * Erica Wood - personal health * Deirdre Eckian - personal health >>> REMINDERS: ECW FASHION SHOW The Episcopal Church Women will host a Fashion Show benefit from 2 to 5 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Church of Our Saviour, Hillandale. The church is located at 1700 Powder Mill Road, Silver Spring, Md., 20903-1514. Cost is $25. Refreshments will be served. For tickets contact 202/537-6530, ecw@edow.org or visit www.ecw-edow.org ANNUAL BAZAAR AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom will hold its Annual Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5-6. The bazaar will feature handmade arts and crafts, luncheon and a bake sale. Vendors welcomed. The church is located at 728 23rd Street N.W. 20037. Call Lois Lee Patterson, ECW president, at 703/790-1223 for further information. BOYS' AND GIRLS' CHOIRS AT ST. PAUL'S, K STREET Modeled on famed English choirs, St. Paul's offer world-class choral training programs for boys and girls. Professional music instruction is offered at no cost to parents, save the commitment to rehearsals and services. Participation in tours and recordings. Many families successfully participate in St. Paul's choir programs in addition to remaining active in their home parishes. For further information about joining, contact Robert McCormick, director of music, at McCormick@stpauls-kst.com, or 202/337-2020, ext. 14. MDG COMMITTEE SEEKS NEW MEMBERS The diocesan Committee on the Millennium Development Goals has a number of seats available, both immediately and in the new year. The committee educates and encourages to parishes to fight global poverty by partnering with communities in the developing world, and provides grants for new or expanding projects that address one or more of the MDGs. To learn more about the committee's work, visit http://www.edow.org/MDGs. If you are interested in joining the committee, contact Ann Finch at aocfinch@yahoo.com or 240/994-6983. BOOK FAIR TO BENEFIT THE ST. PHILIP'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER A Book Fair to benefit the St. Philip's Child Development Center in Anacostia is set for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Politics & Prose, 5051 Connecticut Ave, NW. Twenty percent of any full price item purchased in the store will go to the Center. Additionally, a wish list of books to purchase for the Center will be available. When you are at the cash register, please remember to ask that your purchase benefit St. Philip's and hand the clerk a St. Philip's coupon. Coupons will be available at all cash registers. BOOK SIGNING OPEN HOUSE FOR THE REV. KEN HOWARD A Book Signing Open House for the Rev. Ken Howard is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 3 at St Nicholas, Darnestown. Howard's new book is titled, "Paradoxy: Creating Community Beyond Us and Them." The first 100 people will be given a book for Howard to sign. See saintnicks.com for directions or to purchase a book if you cannot come. Please call Bob McCartin at 301/785-0005 if you have questions. OIL WATER SOUL: BUILDING COMMUNITY IN NEW ORLEANS Oil Water Soul: Building Community in New Orleans is set for Oct. 14-17 in New Orleans. The conference, presented by The Committee of Seventy of Washington National Cathedral, will include service and community building work and time for reflection. Registration fee has been waived, and there will be no charge for buses, workshops and most meals (one night's meal is on your own). The Marriott Renaissance Arts Hotel is offering a reduced rate of $99 per night per room. Participants are responsible for travel and hotel cost but scholarships are available. Registration deadline is Sept. 23. For further information, contact the Rev. Patty Johnson at 202/537-5251 or pjohnson@cathedral.org. RECOVERY MONTH PRAYER BREAKFAST AT ALL SOULS, D.C. The Washington area Recovery Month Celebration will start with an 8 a.m. Sept. 17 Faith Partners Prayer Breakfast at All Souls, D.C. The Prayer Breakfast is hosted by the D.C. Recovery Community Alliance and is sponsored by Oxford House, P.I.W., Federal City, RAP, Kolmac Clinics and the Gospel Rescue Mission. The event is free but registration is required: contact 202/842-1732 x 238 or marjorieb@grm.org to register. HOMECOMING SUNDAY AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM * St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom invites members of the diocese to celebrate its Homecoming Sunday at 10 a.m. Oct. 10 with a service and repast. The church is located at 728 23rd Street NW, 20037 and parking is available in the George Washington University Lot at 2211 H Street NW (between 22nd & 23rd Streets). * St. Mary's also will hold a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 15: dinner/$8; sandwich/$4. CLERGY INSTALLATIONS: * The Rev. Timothy A. Boggs will be installed as Canon Provost of Washington National Cathedral during a Choral Evensong in the Great Choir set for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 4. A reception will follow - RSVP by Sept. 27 to dean@cathedral.org. Clergy: Choir Dress. * The Rev. Ann Moczydlowski will be installed as the fourth rector of St. Mary Magdalene at 4 p.m. Sept. 26. The church is located at 3820 Aspen Hill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Clergy are asked to wear festive stoles. A reception will follow. RSVP to annwellspring@yahoo.com DIOCESAN YOUTH MISSION DAY Kick off the 2010-11 Diocesan Youth program year with a ride on a skipjack! The Rev. Meredith Syler and others in Southern Maryland have arranged a Sept. 25 visit to Tangier Island, a local community with an economy based completely around fishing. Youth in the diocese will learn about the connection between the environment and the economy and will explore, learn, eat and play in the water during this day trip. Cost: $35 per participant. Open to anyone grades 6 through 12 mature enough to get on a boat. Space is limited. Registration closes Sept. 20. Go to www.edow.org/youth or contact jhitchcock@edow.org with questions or for more information. LATINO MINISTRIES CELEBRATION The diocese will hold its annual Latino Ministries Celebration at 6 p.m. Oct 16 at St. Alban's, D.C. The celebration, designed to honor and uphold the ministry of the seven Latino congregations in the diocese, will start with a 6 p.m. Eucharist. Bishop Chane will preside. Food, music and dance will follow. All are invited to attend! PALESTINE/ISRAEL ADVOCACY GROUP ANNOUNCES TWO SCREENINGS The Palestine/Israel Advocacy Group of the Washington National Cathedral congregation announces two upcoming screenings of documentary films: * Little Town of Bethlehem follows the story of three men of different faiths and their lives in Israel and Palestine. All three will be present at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 25 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). * With God on Our Side looks at the theology of Christian Zionism. The Rev. Stephen Sizer, an authority on Christian Zionism, and Porter Speakman Jr, the director, will be at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). CHILDREN TO CHILDREN APPEAL 2010 In July, rectors, senior wardens and Christian education coordinators should have received a letter and brochure describing this year's focus - money for school supplies for the Kwasa Kids in Springs, South Africa. The Southern Africa Partnership Committee hopes your Sunday School children will participate. Another mailing will be sent in October and more information (possible activities for the children) will be posted at www.edow.org/spac . REGIONAL ASSEMBLIES 2010 Regional Assemblies for Regions 1, 2, 3 & 4 are set for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at Washington Episcopal School, Bethesda. Regions 5 & 6 will gather from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at St. Barnabas' Leeland, Upper Marlboro. Clergy, wardens and convention delegates are entitled to vote and should plan to come. Other members of the vestry are encouraged to come as well to participate in discussions. Presentations will address the search process for the next Bishop of Washington. Information about nominations and deadlines is available at http://governance.edow.org Volunteers (non-voting) are needed for the Regions 1-4 Assembly on Oct. 30: If you are able to help out, please sign up on the governance website. LEADERSHIP FOR OUR TIMES WORKSHOP Leadership for Our Times: Nov. 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Christ, Chaptico. For lay leaders and clergy, whether new to leadership or as a refresher. This workshop explores the authority of leadership, the changing environment in which we live and how to respond to challenges. Visit http://www.edow.org/events for details or to register. CHRISTIAN BEREAVEMENT FACILITATOR TRAINING Walking the Mourner's Path - Christian Bereavement Facilitator Training School is set for Nov. 4-5 at All Saint's Church in Frederick, Md. The fee is $350 per person, or $250 for two or more from the same organization. Rooms available. For information, call the Rev. Kay Rice, 301-/663-5625, ext. 108. Deadline for registration is Sept. 30. More information is available at www.mournerspath.com COUPLES WORKSHOP Start Right, Stay Connected, an all-day workshop designed for couples entering holy unions and marriage is set for 9:30 a.m. Sept. 25 at St. Luke's, Bethesda. The workshop uses Imago Relationship dialogue to help couples develop a deep and rich practice of connection. Couples who are interested can contact 301/530-1800 or admin@stlukesbethesda.org or visit the Imago Center of Washington, D.C. at www.imagocenterdc.com 2010 POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR The 2010 Potomac Country House Tour, sponsored by St. Francis, Potomac, is set for Oct. 2-3. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 on tour days. Further information can be found at www.potomaccountryhousetour.org ROSEMOUNT CENTER'S FALL FIESTA AND AUCTION On Oct. 15, Rosemount Center, a bilingual Head Start organization, will host its Fall Fiesta. The night will include silent and live auctions, refreshments, live music by Mariachi Los Amigos, and will feature Councilmember Jim Graham as the evening's auctioneer. The festivities will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 2000 Rosemount Avenue NW. Tickets are $30 for Rosemount parents (2 for $50), and $40 for non-parents (2 for $60), valet parking will be provided free of charge. For more information, visit www.rosemountcenter.com KATRINA ISSUES FORUM/BENEFIT The nonprofit Delta Caucus invites area Episcopalians to an issues forum/benefit to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina and the oil disaster in the Gulf, with members of Congress, Obama administration officials and nationally recognized experts on disaster relief, health care and renewable energy. The event is set for 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation on Capitol Hill, at 212 East Capitol. The event is free and there is a free lunch. For more information and to gain admission, contact Lee Powell, director of the Delta Caucus, at 202/360-6347 or leepowell@delta.comcastbiz.net. HALF-DAY SATURDAY RETREATS Contemplative Outreach of Metropolitan Washington is offering a series of half-day morning retreats on Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. The retreats are designed for individuals with a regular practice of centering prayer for at least three months. Participants are invited to attend one, two, or all three mornings. The Oct. 2 retreat is set for 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring. Preregistration is encouraged and a donation of $10 is suggested. To register or to obtain additional information, contact LJ Milone at 301/622-1122 or adultdre@sjbsilverspring.org. On-site registration is available. RE-VISIONING OLDER ADULT MINISTRIES A Re-Visioning Older Adult Ministries workshop is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25 at Springvale Terrace Retirement Community, 8505 Springvale Rd., Silver Spring. Participants will discuss the gifts and concerns of older adults and strategize programs and services that can be developed by and for older adults. For more information and to register, contact Annie Shaw of Seabury Resources for Aging at 202/414-6314 or AShaw@seaburyresources.org by Sept. 20. The workshop is free and lunch will be provided. PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND A diocesan pilgrimage and education adventure to the Holy Land is set for Dec. 8-20. The itinerary includes Jordan, Israel and Palestine. Visit the churches, schools and health facilities run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, walk in the places where Jesus taught and loved, experience fabulous hospitality and grace. 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URL: http://lists.edowmail.org/pipermail/newslist/attachments/20100916/7400655a/attachment-0001.html From churchhouse at EDOW.ORG Thu Sep 23 10:28:54 2010 From: churchhouse at EDOW.ORG (Church House News) Date: Thu Sep 23 10:28:59 2010 Subject: [edow] Church House News Message-ID: SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 *** The weekly bulletin for clergy, wardens, diocesan committee members, convention delegates and church administrators in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington *** CLERGY - TRAINING FOR CDO PROFILE TRANSITION All clergy data on file at the Transition Ministry Office in the form of a CDO profile will be transferred to the new Portfolio system database on Sept. 27. Both systems will co-exist until the end of the year. Small-group training on the new system will be held at Church House for clergy and laity at the end of October. The Rev. Mary Sulerud, canon for deployment and vocational ministries, will conduct the training: dates will be announced in Church House News. Sulerud is available meanwhile to answer questions at msulerud@edow.org. The new system is user friendly and integrated with social media such as Facebook and LinkedIn. This is a tool to assist clergy and congregations identify and present gifts and skills for mission and ministry. BISHOP SEARCH NEWS: PROFILE POSTED; APPLICATIONS INVITED The Diocesan Profile and Bishop Application have now been posted at www.search.edow.org The Diocesan Profile presents a snapshot of the diocese for prospective applicants. The electronic profile in Spanish will be posted by Friday (Sept. 24). The Search and Nominating Committee will be taking applications for Bishop until October 15. To receive regular updates on the search process, sign up for the Bishop Search News listserv at http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/bishopsearch LETTIE PATE WHITEHEAD EVANS AWARD Each year, Virginia Theological Seminary awards the Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans Award to an Episcopal layperson who, over a significant period of time, has given leadership and unique witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ within his or her congregation, community, diocese and in the world. If there is someone in your congregation who should be recognized and honored, please submit a nomination form to VTS by Dec. 15. Candidates must be active laypersons and communicants in good standing of an Episcopal congregation and must reside in the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Alabama or West Virginia. Please call 703/461-1764 with further questions. To apply, visit: http://www.vts.edu/podium/default.aspx?t=121677 COMMUNITY OF RECONCILIATION: AUTUMN EVENTS The Community of Reconciliation at Washington National Cathedral offers the following autumn events: * Balance & Renewal for Healthcare Providers: Embracing the Rhythms of Wellness, set for 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 3 at Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium. Physician Siddharth Shah, mind/body specialist Lynne Shaner, and medical educator Greg Finch will consider the natural connections between spiritual balance and wellness. Fee: $10/20. Scholarships available. * Autumn Monastic Quiet Day, set for 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 16 in Washington National Cathedral's Bethlehem Chapel. A light breakfast is provided; bring a light lunch to share or purchase one at the Cathedral Store. Fee: $45. Scholarships available. * 2010 Community of Reconciliation Anniversary Weekend, set for Nov. 5-7 at Washington National Cathedral. A range of gatherings, reflection events, learning sessions, constellation and affinity gatherings, and opportunities for shared hospitality and renewing worship. Further information and registration for these events at www.nationalcathedral.org/community NEWS FROM SAMARITAN MINISTRY OF GREATER WASHINGTON * Help the Homeless with a Mini-Walk or Walkathon: support Samaritan Ministry by participating in a mini-walk at your church this fall or by taking part in the Nov. 20 Walkathon on the National Mall. Register at www.helpthehomelessdc.org or www.samaritanministry.org * Next Step Experience: Learn more about Samaritan Ministry's Next Step Program by attending a Next Step Experience, 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. Oct. 5. Contact Gayle Butzgy at gbutzgy@samaritanministry.org 202-722-2280 ext. 319 for more information. HEALTH FAIR AT HOLY COMFORTER, D.C. A Health Fair is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 16 at Holy Comforter, D.C., in the Bishop John T. Walker National Learning Center, 701 Oglethorpe Street, NW. Free screening for dental, prostate, glucose, body fat, cholesterol, HIV, vision, diabetes, blood pressure, wellness and weight loss and memory. Health education information on risk behavior prevention, women and health, lung cancer prevention, fitness and nutrition, STD counseling and adolescence medicine. ELDERCARE FROM THE CAREGIVERS' PERSPECTIVE Our Saviour, Brookland will host a free seminar: "Eldercare from the Caregivers' Perspective" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 2, featuring current family caregivers, an elder attorney and a funeral director. Contact 202/635-7804 or OurSaviourDC@gmail.com to register. JAZZ VESPERS AT CHRIST, ROCKVILLE Christ Church, 109 South Washington Street, Rockville will have a Jazz Vespers Service at 5 p.m. Sept. 26. The liturgy of evening prayer will be accompanied by swinging jazz standards played by the Rev. John McDuffie on tenor saxophone with the Jim Levy Trio. A free-will offering will benefit Community Ministries of Rockville. BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS - ST. JAMES', POTOMAC St James', Potomac will hold a Blessing of the Animals at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 2 in front of the church. Pets will receive blessings along with a St. Francis medal appropriate for affixing to collars and a prayer card. Please bring extra blankets and towels to be donated to animal rescue organizations. All pets great and small, regardless of denomination are welcomed. 500 YEARS OF MUSIC FOR GUITAR Set for 4 p.m. Oct. 17, at St. John's, Broad Creek American guitarist/composer Peter Griggs presents an overview of the modern guitarist's repertoire from the Renaissance to the Contemporary in "500 Years of Music for Guitar." Includes music from Gaspar Sanz, Johann Bach, Thelonious Monk and more along with several of Griggs's own compositions. Admission: free-will donation. For more information, call 301/248-4290. HOMECOMING SUNDAY AT OUR SAVIOUR, BROOKLAND Our Saviour, Brookland will hold a Homecoming Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 26. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: * Shelia McJilton - personal health * Jessee Neat - father's personal health (Arlo) * Ronald Conner - personal health * Kenneth Sharp - prayers of sympathy at the time of his death 9/15/10. * George Timberlake - wife's health (Pat) * Barbara Harris - personal health * Mary Sulerud - daughter's health (Emily) * Erica Wood - personal health * Deirdre Eckian - personal health >>> REMINDERS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OCT. 30 REGIONALS If you are not serving as a delegate or warden, please consider volunteering to help with registration, hospitality, directing people or as an election teller at the Oct. 30 assemblies for regions 1-4 at Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda. Volunteer hours are approximately 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Visit http://governance.edow.org under "What's New" to register, or contact Ann Talty at atalty@edow.org or 202/537-6548. Most volunteers will be able to listen to the program, which will include an update and explanation of the process for electing the next bishop. NEW SAFEGUARDING TRAINING DATES ANNOUNCED The fall schedule for classes in the required child abuse prevention training (for full time church employees and volunteers working with youth) has now been confirmed. Dates and locations are: * Oct. 2 - Ascension, Lexington Park (Region 6): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Oct. 23 - St. Mary Magdalene (Region 4): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Nov. 18 - St. Columba's (Region 2): 7-10 p.m. (Weeknight) * Nov. 20 - Calvary (Region 1): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Dec. 11 - St. George's, Glenn Dale (Region 5): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Online registration is required and will be available at www.edow.org/prevention ST MARGARET'S ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE St. Margaret's, D.C., will hold its annual Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 30. Wide range of items for sale, from clothing to house ware, jewelry, small appliances and linen. Donations can be dropped off at the church between 10 a.m. and noon on the two Saturdays leading up to the sale (Oct.16 and 23). Contact Brien Gibney for further information at gibdoc@yahoo.com FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT EPIPHANY, FORESTVILLE Friday Night Jazz at Epiphany, Forestville is set for 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 22 and will feature Janine Gilbert-Carter. Admission is $10 for adults, free for those under the age of 16. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Epiphany is located at 3125 Ritchie Road, Forestville, MD 20747. SAVE THE DATE: LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL CELEBRATION OF COMMON MISSION The 10th Anniversary Celebration of Called to Common Mission, the Lutheran Episcopal Full Communion Agreement is set for Jan. 14- 15 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 4900 Connecticut Ave. NW. Workshops, worship and keynote address on Anglican Lutheran relations by Kenneth G. Appold, James Hastings Nichols associate professor of Reformation History, Princeton Theological Seminary. Sponsored by the Washington area Lutheran Episcopal Coordinating Committee. For more information contact the Rev. Tom Andrews at tomandrews@comcast.net ANNUAL BAZAAR AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom will hold its Annual Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5-6. The bazaar will feature handmade arts and crafts, luncheon and a bake sale. Vendors welcomed. The church is located at 728 23rd Street N.W. 20037. Call Lois Lee Patterson, ECW president, at 703/790-1223 for further information. BOYS' AND GIRLS' CHOIRS AT ST. PAUL'S, K STREET Modeled on famed English choirs, St. Paul's offer world-class choral training programs for boys and girls. Professional music instruction is offered at no cost to parents, save the commitment to rehearsals and services. Participation in tours and recordings. Many families successfully participate in St. Paul's choir programs in addition to remaining active in their home parishes. For further information about joining, contact Robert McCormick, director of music, at McCormick@stpauls-kst.com, or 202/337-2020, ext. 14. BOOK FAIR TO BENEFIT THE ST. PHILIP'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER A Book Fair to benefit the St. Philip's Child Development Center in Anacostia is set for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Politics & Prose, 5051 Connecticut Ave, NW. Twenty percent of any full price item purchased in the store will go to the Center. Additionally, a wish list of books to purchase for the Center will be available. When you are at the cash register, please remember to ask that your purchase benefit St. Philip's and hand the clerk a St. Philip's coupon. Coupons will be available at all cash registers. BOOK SIGNING OPEN HOUSE FOR THE REV. KEN HOWARD A Book Signing Open House for the Rev. Ken Howard is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 3 at St Nicholas, Darnestown. Howard's new book is titled, "Paradoxy: Creating Community Beyond Us and Them." The first 100 people will be given a book for Howard to sign. See saintnicks.com for directions or to purchase a book if you cannot come. Please call Bob McCartin at 301/785-0005 if you have questions. HOMECOMING SUNDAY AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM * St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom invites members of the diocese to celebrate its Homecoming Sunday at 10 a.m. Oct. 10 with a service and repast. The church is located at 728 23rd Street NW, 20037 and parking is available in the George Washington University Lot at 2211 H Street NW (between 22nd & 23rd Streets). * St. Mary's also will hold a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 15: dinner/$8; sandwich/$4. CLERGY INSTALLATIONS: * The Rev. Timothy A. Boggs will be installed as Canon Provost of Washington National Cathedral during a Choral Evensong in the Great Choir set for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 4. A reception will follow - RSVP by Sept. 27 to dean@cathedral.org. Clergy: Choir Dress. * The Rev. Ann Moczydlowski will be installed as the fourth rector of St. Mary Magdalene at 4 p.m. Sept. 26. The church is located at 3820 Aspen Hill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Clergy are asked to wear festive stoles. A reception will follow. RSVP to annwellspring@yahoo.com LATINO MINISTRIES CELEBRATION The diocese will hold its annual Latino Ministries Celebration at 6 p.m. Oct 16 at St. Alban's, D.C. The celebration, designed to honor and uphold the ministry of the seven Latino congregations in the diocese, will start with a 6 p.m. Eucharist. Bishop Chane will preside. Food, music and dance will follow. All are invited to attend! PALESTINE/ISRAEL ADVOCACY GROUP ANNOUNCES TWO SCREENINGS The Palestine/Israel Advocacy Group of the Washington National Cathedral congregation announces two upcoming screenings of documentary films: * Little Town of Bethlehem follows the story of three men of different faiths and their lives in Israel and Palestine. All three will be present at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 25 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). * With God on Our Side looks at the theology of Christian Zionism. The Rev. Stephen Sizer, an authority on Christian Zionism, and Porter Speakman Jr, the director, will be at the screening for Q&A. The screening is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium (7th Floor). CHILDREN TO CHILDREN APPEAL 2010 In July, rectors, senior wardens and Christian education coordinators should have received a letter and brochure describing this year's focus - money for school supplies for the Kwasa Kids in Springs, South Africa. The Southern Africa Partnership Committee hopes your Sunday School children will participate. Another mailing will be sent in October and more information (possible activities for the children) will be posted at www.edow.org/spac . REGIONAL ASSEMBLIES 2010 Regional Assemblies for Regions 1, 2, 3 & 4 are set for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at Washington Episcopal School, Bethesda. Regions 5 & 6 will gather from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at St. Barnabas' Leeland, Upper Marlboro. Clergy, wardens and convention delegates are entitled to vote and should plan to come. Other members of the vestry are encouraged to come as well to participate in discussions. Presentations will address the search process for the next Bishop of Washington. Information about nominations and deadlines is available at http://governance.edow.org Volunteers (non-voting) are needed for the Regions 1-4 Assembly on Oct. 30: If you are able to help out, please sign up on the governance website. LEADERSHIP FOR OUR TIMES WORKSHOP Leadership for Our Times: Nov. 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Christ, Chaptico. For lay leaders and clergy, whether new to leadership or as a refresher. This workshop explores the authority of leadership, the changing environment in which we live and how to respond to challenges. Visit http://www.edow.org/events for details or to register. CHRISTIAN BEREAVEMENT FACILITATOR TRAINING Walking the Mourner's Path - Christian Bereavement Facilitator Training School is set for Nov. 4-5 at All Saint's Church in Frederick, Md. The fee is $350 per person, or $250 for two or more from the same organization. Rooms available. For information, call the Rev. Kay Rice, 301-/663-5625, ext. 108. Deadline for registration is Sept. 30. More information is available at www.mournerspath.com 2010 POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR The 2010 Potomac Country House Tour, sponsored by St. Francis, Potomac, is set for Oct. 2-3. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 on tour days. Further information can be found at www.potomaccountryhousetour.org ROSEMOUNT CENTER'S FALL FIESTA AND AUCTION On Oct. 15, Rosemount Center, a bilingual Head Start organization, will host its Fall Fiesta. The night will include silent and live auctions, refreshments, live music by Mariachi Los Amigos, and will feature Councilmember Jim Graham as the evening's auctioneer. The festivities will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 2000 Rosemount Avenue NW. Tickets are $30 for Rosemount parents (2 for $50), and $40 for non-parents (2 for $60), valet parking will be provided free of charge. For more information, visit www.rosemountcenter.com HALF-DAY SATURDAY RETREATS Contemplative Outreach of Metropolitan Washington is offering a series of half-day morning retreats on Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. The retreats are designed for individuals with a regular practice of centering prayer for at least three months. Participants are invited to attend one, two, or all three mornings. The Oct. 2 retreat is set for 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring. Preregistration is encouraged and a donation of $10 is suggested. To register or to obtain additional information, contact LJ Milone at 301/622-1122 or adultdre@sjbsilverspring.org. On-site registration is available. PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND A diocesan pilgrimage and education adventure to the Holy Land is set for Dec. 8-20. The itinerary includes Jordan, Israel and Palestine. Visit the churches, schools and health facilities run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, walk in the places where Jesus taught and loved, experience fabulous hospitality and grace. For the complete itinerary and the registration form, visit edow.org or contact Tracy Dieter at tdieter@edow.org. CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL To contribute to the school, visit http://bishopwalkerschool.org/article.php?id=44 To unsubscribe from CHURCH HOUSE NEWS, do NOT reply to this message. Instead send an e-mail to newslist-request@edowmail.org and type Unsubscribe in the subject line. Leave the body of the message blank. Or go to http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/newslist scroll to the bottom of the page, type your e-mail address in the last field and click "Unsubscribe or edit options." 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The Committee on Youth is hard at work preparing for a night it hopes will make a difference in the life of all who gather and will empower young people to sing praises of the Lord, to let their joy ring out. The Lock-In is the night of Oct 29, and registration closes on Oct 15. Register early, as the event often reaches capacity well before registration closes. If your parish has not received information about the lock-in, please e-mail jhitchcock@edow.org. BISHOP SEARCH NEWS: PROFILE POSTED; APPLICATIONS INVITED The Diocesan Profile and Bishop Application are now posted at www.search.edow.org The Search and Nominating Committee will be taking applications for Bishop until October 15. To receive regular updates on the search process, sign up for the Bishop Search News listserv at http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/bishopsearch CLERGY GATHERING SET FOR NOVEMBER 3 Noted author Karen Armstrong will discuss her book "The Case for God" with diocesan clergy at the fall clergy gathering, set for 9:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 3 in the Ohio Room of the National 4-H Youth Conference Center, 7100 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase, Md., 20815. Registration fee is $20 and includes lunch. If you do not have the opportunity to read "The Case for God" -which has just been released in paperback - prior to the gathering, copies will be available for purchase and signing. Space is limited so please register early: www.edow.org/events MAGI MEETING MAGI (Multi-cultural Awareness of Gifts, Inc.) will meet at 1 p.m. Oct. 13, at Transfiguration, Silver Spring http://www.transfig.org/ Any priest or deacon involved in a multi-cultural parish is invited to attend. The Rev. Jacques Hadler will be the advisor. Please bring your lunch. CLERGY INSTALLATIONS: * The Oct. 4 installation of the Rev. Canon Tim Boggs as Cathedral Provost has been POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBA * The Rev. Beverly Weatherly will be installed as rector of St. Andrew's, Leonardtown at 4 p.m. Oct. 10 * The Rev. Sari Ateek will be installed as rector of St. John's, Norwood at 4 p.m. Nov. 14 * The Rev. Carol Cole Flanagan will be installed as rector of St. John's, Olney at 10 a.m. Dec. 11 NATIONAL FAITH AND IMMIGRATION CONFERENCE CALL For October, November and December the National Faith and Immigration Conference Calls will focus on the larger questions surrounding the immigration debate. At 4 p.m. Oct. 4 (EST), the topic will be the root causes of migration. Why do immigrants come to the United States? What are the global forces at work? How can these root causes be addressed by people of faith and changes in U.S. foreign assistance to immigrant-sending countries? The call-in number is 800-920-7487 and the code is 76723736. For further information, visit http://www.interfaithimmigration.org/ SEABURY SEEKS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES GROUP HOMES DIRECTOR Seabury Resources for Aging is seeking a Director for Christian Communities Group Homes and a Development Director. Full job descriptions for these full time positions can be found on the Seabury website - www.seaburyresources.org. CATHEDRAL LITERACY PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEER TUTORS The Washington National Cathedral Literacy Program has volunteer tutoring opportunities available working one-on-one and in a wide variety of group settings. Formal teaching experience is not required. This requires a two-hour weekly commitment. For more information, contact program director Carol Hurlburt at literacy@cathedralcongregation.org or 703/264-9054. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Please keep the following clergy and members of the diocese in your prayers this week: * Shelia McJilton - personal health * Jessee Neat - father's personal health (Arlo) * Ronald Conner - personal health * George Timberlake - wife's health (Pat) * Bishop Barbara Harris - personal health * Mary Sulerud - daughter's health (Emily) * Erica Wood - personal health * Deirdre Eckian - personal health >>> REMINDERS: PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND A diocesan pilgrimage and education adventure to the Holy Land is set for Dec. 8-20. The itinerary includes Jordan, Israel and Palestine. Visit the churches, schools and health facilities run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, walk in the places where Jesus taught and loved, experience fabulous hospitality and grace. For the complete itinerary and the registration form, visit edow.org or contact Tracy Dieter at tdieter@edow.org. LATINO MINISTRIES CELEBRATION The diocese will hold its annual Latino Ministries Celebration at 6 p.m. Oct 16 at St. Alban's, D.C. The celebration, designed to honor and uphold the ministry of the seven Latino congregations in the diocese, will start with a 6 p.m. Eucharist. Bishop Chane will preside. Food, music and dance will follow. All are invited to attend! REGIONAL ASSEMBLIES 2010 Regional Assemblies for Regions 1, 2, 3 & 4 are set for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at Washington Episcopal School, Bethesda. Regions 5 & 6 will gather from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at St. Barnabas' Leeland, Upper Marlboro. Clergy, wardens and convention delegates are entitled to vote and should plan to come. Other members of the vestry are encouraged to come as well to participate in discussions. Presentations will address the search process for the next Bishop of Washington. Information about nominations and deadlines is available at http://governance.edow.org Volunteers (non-voting) are needed for the Regions 1-4 Assembly on Oct. 30: If you are able to help out, please sign up on the governance website. CLERGY - TRAINING FOR CDO PROFILE TRANSITION All clergy data on file at the Transition Ministry Office in the form of a CDO profile will be transferred to the new Portfolio system database on Sept. 27. Both systems will co-exist until the end of the year. Small-group training on the new system will be held at Church House for clergy and laity at the end of October. The Rev. Mary Sulerud, canon for deployment and vocational ministries, will conduct the training: dates will be announced here. Sulerud is available meanwhile to answer questions at msulerud@edow.org. LETTIE PATE WHITEHEAD EVANS AWARD Each year, Virginia Theological Seminary awards the Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans Award to an Episcopal layperson who, over a significant period of time, has given leadership and unique witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ within his or her congregation, community, diocese and in the world. Nominations are due by Dec. 15. Candidates must be active laypersons and communicants in good standing of an Episcopal congregation and must reside in the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Alabama or West Virginia. Please call 703/461-1764 with further questions. To apply, visit: http://www.vts.edu/podium/default.aspx?t=121677 COMMUNITY OF RECONCILIATION: AUTUMN EVENTS The Community of Reconciliation at Washington National Cathedral offers the following autumn events: * Balance & Renewal for Healthcare Providers: Embracing the Rhythms of Wellness, set for 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 3 at Washington National Cathedral's Perry Auditorium. Physician Siddharth Shah, mind/body specialist Lynne Shaner, and medical educator Greg Finch will consider the natural connections between spiritual balance and wellness. Fee: $10/20. Scholarships available. * Autumn Monastic Quiet Day, set for 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 16 in Washington National Cathedral's Bethlehem Chapel. A light breakfast is provided; bring a light lunch to share or purchase one at the Cathedral Store. Fee: $45. Scholarships available. * 2010 Community of Reconciliation Anniversary Weekend, set for Nov. 5-7 at Washington National Cathedral. A range of gatherings, reflection events, learning sessions, constellation and affinity gatherings, and opportunities for shared hospitality and renewing worship. Further information and registration for these events at www.nationalcathedral.org/community NEWS FROM SAMARITAN MINISTRY OF GREATER WASHINGTON * Help the Homeless with a Mini-Walk or Walkathon: support Samaritan Ministry by participating in a mini-walk at your church this fall or by taking part in the Nov. 20 Walkathon on the National Mall. Register at www.helpthehomelessdc.org or www.samaritanministry.org * Next Step Experience: Learn more about Samaritan Ministry's Next Step Program by attending a Next Step Experience, 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. Oct. 5. Contact Gayle Butzgy at gbutzgy@samaritanministry.org 202-722-2280 ext. 319 for more information. HEALTH FAIR AT HOLY COMFORTER, D.C. A Health Fair is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 16 at Holy Comforter, D.C., in the Bishop John T. Walker National Learning Center, 701 Oglethorpe Street, NW. Free screening for dental, prostate, glucose, body fat, cholesterol, HIV, vision, diabetes, blood pressure, wellness and weight loss and memory. Health education information on risk behavior prevention, women and health, lung cancer prevention, fitness and nutrition, STD counseling and adolescence medicine. ELDERCARE FROM THE CAREGIVERS' PERSPECTIVE Our Saviour, Brookland will host a free seminar: "Eldercare from the Caregivers' Perspective" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 2, featuring current family caregivers, an elder attorney and a funeral director. Contact 202/635-7804 or OurSaviourDC@gmail.com to register. BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS - ST. JAMES', POTOMAC St James', Potomac will hold a Blessing of the Animals at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 2 in front of the church. Pets will receive blessings along with a St. Francis medal appropriate for affixing to collars and a prayer card. Please bring extra blankets and towels to be donated to animal rescue organizations. All pets great and small, regardless of denomination are welcomed. 500 YEARS OF MUSIC FOR GUITAR Set for 4 p.m. Oct. 17, at St. John's, Broad Creek American guitarist/composer Peter Griggs presents an overview of the modern guitarist's repertoire from the Renaissance to the Contemporary in "500 Years of Music for Guitar." Includes music from Gaspar Sanz, Johann Bach, Thelonious Monk and more along with several of Griggs's own compositions. Admission: free-will donation. For more information, call 301/248-4290. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OCT. 30 REGIONALS If you are not serving as a delegate or warden, please consider volunteering to help with registration, hospitality, directing people or as an election teller at the Oct. 30 assemblies for regions 1-4 at Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda. Volunteer hours are approximately 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Visit http://governance.edow.org under "What's New" to register, or contact Ann Talty at atalty@edow.org or 202/537-6548. Most volunteers will be able to listen to the program, which will include an update and explanation of the process for electing the next bishop. NEW SAFEGUARDING TRAINING DATES ANNOUNCED The fall schedule for classes in the required child abuse prevention training (for full time church employees and volunteers working with youth) has now been confirmed. Dates and locations are: * Oct. 2 - Ascension, Lexington Park (Region 6): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Oct. 23 - St. Mary Magdalene (Region 4): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Nov. 18 - St. Columba's (Region 2): 7-10 p.m. (Weeknight) * Nov. 20 - Calvary (Region 1): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. * Dec. 11 - St. George's, Glenn Dale (Region 5): 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Online registration is required and will be available at www.edow.org/prevention ST MARGARET'S ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE St. Margaret's, D.C., will hold its annual Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 30. Wide range of items for sale, from clothing to house ware, jewelry, small appliances and linen. Donations can be dropped off at the church between 10 a.m. and noon on the two Saturdays leading up to the sale (Oct.16 and 23). Contact Brien Gibney for further information at gibdoc@yahoo.com FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT EPIPHANY, FORESTVILLE Friday Night Jazz at Epiphany, Forestville is set for 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 22 and will feature Janine Gilbert-Carter. Admission is $10 for adults, free for those under the age of 16. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Epiphany is located at 3125 Ritchie Road, Forestville, MD 20747. SAVE THE DATE: LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL CELEBRATION OF COMMON MISSION The 10th Anniversary Celebration of Called to Common Mission, the Lutheran Episcopal Full Communion Agreement is set for Jan. 14- 15 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 4900 Connecticut Ave. NW. Workshops, worship and keynote address on Anglican Lutheran relations by Kenneth G. Appold, James Hastings Nichols associate professor of Reformation History, Princeton Theological Seminary. Sponsored by the Washington area Lutheran Episcopal Coordinating Committee. For more information contact the Rev. Tom Andrews at tomandrews@comcast.net ANNUAL BAZAAR AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom will hold its Annual Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5-6. The bazaar will feature handmade arts and crafts, luncheon and a bake sale. Vendors welcomed. The church is located at 728 23rd Street N.W. 20037. Call Lois Lee Patterson, ECW president, at 703/790-1223 for further information. BOYS' AND GIRLS' CHOIRS AT ST. PAUL'S, K STREET Modeled on famed English choirs, St. Paul's offer world-class choral training programs for boys and girls. Professional music instruction is offered at no cost to parents, save the commitment to rehearsals and services. Participation in tours and recordings. Many families successfully participate in St. Paul's choir programs in addition to remaining active in their home parishes. For further information about joining, contact Robert McCormick, director of music, at McCormick@stpauls-kst.com, or 202/337-2020, ext. 14. BOOK FAIR TO BENEFIT THE ST. PHILIP'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER A Book Fair to benefit the St. Philip's Child Development Center in Anacostia is set for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Politics & Prose, 5051 Connecticut Ave, NW. Twenty percent of any full price item purchased in the store will go to the Center. Additionally, a wish list of books to purchase for the Center will be available. When you are at the cash register, please remember to ask that your purchase benefit St. Philip's and hand the clerk a St. Philip's coupon. Coupons will be available at all cash registers. BOOK SIGNING OPEN HOUSE FOR THE REV. KEN HOWARD A Book Signing Open House for the Rev. Ken Howard is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 3 at St Nicholas, Darnestown. Howard's new book is titled, "Paradoxy: Creating Community Beyond Us and Them." The first 100 people will be given a book for Howard to sign. See saintnicks.com for directions or to purchase a book if you cannot come. Please call Bob McCartin at 301/785-0005 if you have questions. HOMECOMING SUNDAY AT ST. MARY'S, FOGGY BOTTOM * St. Mary's, Foggy Bottom invites members of the diocese to celebrate its Homecoming Sunday at 10 a.m. Oct. 10 with a service and repast. The church is located at 728 23rd Street NW, 20037 and parking is available in the George Washington University Lot at 2211 H Street NW (between 22nd & 23rd Streets). * St. Mary's also will hold a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 15: dinner/$8; sandwich/$4. CHILDREN TO CHILDREN APPEAL 2010 In July, rectors, senior wardens and Christian education coordinators should have received a letter and brochure describing this year's focus - money for school supplies for the Kwasa Kids in Springs, South Africa. The Southern Africa Partnership Committee hopes your Sunday School children will participate. Another mailing will be sent in October and more information (possible activities for the children) will be posted at www.edow.org/sapc . LEADERSHIP FOR OUR TIMES WORKSHOP Leadership for Our Times: Nov. 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Christ, Chaptico. For lay leaders and clergy, whether new to leadership or as a refresher. This workshop explores the authority of leadership, the changing environment in which we live and how to respond to challenges. Visit http://www.edow.org/events for details or to register. CHRISTIAN BEREAVEMENT FACILITATOR TRAINING Walking the Mourner's Path - Christian Bereavement Facilitator Training School is set for Nov. 4-5 at All Saint's Church in Frederick, Md. The fee is $350 per person, or $250 for two or more from the same organization. Rooms available. For information, call the Rev. Kay Rice, 301-/663-5625, ext. 108. Deadline for registration is Sept. 30. More information is available at www.mournerspath.com 2010 POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR The 2010 Potomac Country House Tour, sponsored by St. Francis, Potomac, is set for Oct. 2-3. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 on tour days. Further information can be found at www.potomaccountryhousetour.org ROSEMOUNT CENTER'S FALL FIESTA AND AUCTION On Oct. 15, Rosemount Center, a bilingual Head Start organization, will host its Fall Fiesta. The night will include silent and live auctions, refreshments, live music by Mariachi Los Amigos, and will feature Councilmember Jim Graham as the evening's auctioneer. The festivities will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 2000 Rosemount Avenue NW. Tickets are $30 for Rosemount parents (2 for $50), and $40 for non-parents (2 for $60), valet parking will be provided free of charge. For more information, visit www.rosemountcenter.com HALF-DAY SATURDAY RETREATS Contemplative Outreach of Metropolitan Washington is offering a series of half-day morning retreats on Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. The retreats are designed for individuals with a regular practice of centering prayer for at least three months. Participants are invited to attend one, two, or all three mornings. The Oct. 2 retreat is set for 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring. Preregistration is encouraged and a donation of $10 is suggested. To register or to obtain additional information, contact LJ Milone at 301/622-1122 or adultdre@sjbsilverspring.org. On-site registration is available. CONTRIBUTING TO THE BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL To contribute to the school, visit http://bishopwalkerschool.org/article.php?id=44 To unsubscribe from CHURCH HOUSE NEWS, do NOT reply to this message. Instead send an e-mail to newslist-request@edowmail.org and type Unsubscribe in the subject line. Leave the body of the message blank. Or go to http://lists.edowmail.org/mailman/listinfo/newslist scroll to the bottom of the page, type your e-mail address in the last field and click "Unsubscribe or edit options." On the following page, under unsubscribe, click the "unsubscribe" button. 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