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The Episcopal Diocese of Delaware
an eNewsletter publication from the Bishop's Office
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This past Sunday I joined Calvary Church, Wilmington for their annual Parish Picnic. The weather was beautiful for an outdoor event. We gathered at Fox Point Park situated on a broad expanse of the Delaware River. It was wonderful being with the members of Calvary and Ketlen Solak, the new head of the Brandywine Collaborative ministry. They are obviously doing well.
Driving home, I went past the Dupont/Chemours Edge More plant. The site has a long and varied history. The land was once a working farm owned by William Penn. Its first industrial use was as an iron foundry. The girders used to build the Brooklyn Bridge were made there. Since World War II the Edge More plant has produced titanium dioxide, the fine white powder used to color things like tooth paste and paint. Two weeks ago the announcement was made that the plant will be closing. A long term trend in our economy is continuing. 200 jobs will be lost. Decisions will have to be made about future uses for the old facilities and land.
In just a few days we will be celebrating the national Labor Day holiday. For most of us it has become the last summer weekend before we turn our attention to the fall. Driving past the Edge More plant reminded me again of all those who work - especially in difficult, dirty, and dangerous jobs. They contribute in important ways to the common good of us all. They deserve our appreciation, respect, and thanks. I hope that we will remember them this Labor Day weekend.
Faithfully,
Wayne Wright
Bishop of Delaware
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Anglicans called to join worldwide Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
The Primate of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa, Archbishop Thabo Makgoba, has called on Anglicans everywhere to join Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Lutheran and other Christians in a World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on 1 September.
The first day of September has become a significant date for Christians caring for the environment. ... Read complete article - ACNS
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Fall Safe Church Training Dates
In the Fall 2015, the Diocese of Delaware will offer five Safe Church Trainings in three areas: New Castle County, Kent County and Sussex County.
View dates, locations, more information, and register. There will be multiple offerings of the training (day or evenings), providing a flexible schedule. There is a $10 registration fee for all registrants. To register, please click
here.
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Parish Life Day - Saturday, November 21, 2015
For every thing there is a season and a time to every purpose... Ecclesiastes 3:1
For over ten years in the Diocese of Delaware, Parish Life Day has been a prelude to Thanksgiving and just around the corner to the Season of Advent - bringing purpose, fellowship, and a good spirit to our community. ...
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Sept. issue of the Delaware Communion available now online or at your church
* Scott Gunn, featured guest at Parish Life Day on
Saturday, November 21
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* What was the General Convention of The Episcopal Church like for a first-timer?
* Nominations are encouraged for various diocesan committees
* New procedures for Electing Lay Delegates to the Diocesan Convention
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An English Choral Pilgrimage - January 27 - February 6, 2016
Our mission is to hear some of the finest choirs in England sing Evensong daily and to explore the cathedrals, chapels, and towns in which they perform. It is a rich musical and spiritual journey. The pilgrimage leaders are the Rev. Ruth Lawson Kirk, rector, and Kathryn Hearn, choral scholar.
View Itenerary and details
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Vendor Registration
Flea Market
Now - September 20
Crafter Registration
Craft Fair
Now through November 20
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The Faces of Love
A Fundraising Cabaret
Saturday, August 29th, 7pm
Flyer
53rd Annual Rehoboth Christmas Shop
All Saints' & St. George's ECW
October 9-10th, 10-5pm; October 11th, 11-4pm
Rehoboth Convention Center
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Live / Steamed Crabs for Sale
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Grace Church
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Director of Lifelong Christian Formation - full-time
Trinity Episcopal Parish
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Labor Day Family Camp
September 4-7
Camp Arrowhead
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