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MAY 10, 2017
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A weekly publication of the Diocese of Pennsylvania's Communication Network. These brief "classifieds" are intended to keep the members of the Diocese abreast of programs and activities in our parishes, share position openings throughout the Diocese, and to let others know if we have excess good/items they might be able to use. As in many "Classified Ads", articles should not exceed 150 words in length (total, and no graphics) and may be submitted to J.D. Lafrance ( [email protected] ) no later than Wednesday 10 a.m. each week for distribution via e-mail to the Diocese later that day. Text should be in the body of an email or in an attached Word document. Photos and graphics should be attached separately; no PDFs or documents with embedded photos please. This document may be copied for distribution as desired.



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ONE-TIME EVENTS
Programs

Awakening to Spirit - A spiritual retreat during the holy season of Pentecost at the Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral on Saturday, June 10, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. A day of small group sharing, creative expression and sacred music will provide an opportunity to explore the role of the Holy Spirit in our spiritual formation and growth. Registration: $60. Presenters: Joanne Brewer Conway, Ed.D., Harriet Kollin, M.Div, MSN, Phyllis Strock, MA, and Ruth Cunningham. You can register at this link:  http://philadelphiaepiscopalcathedral.eventbrite.com . Please bring a brown bag lunch. For more information contact Joanne Conway at [email protected] . Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, 19 South 38th Street, Philadelphia, PA  19104. Contact (215) 386-0234, ext. 13 or www.philadelphiacathedral.org .

Summer Camps

St. Thomas' Nursery School Camp Registration and Class Enrollment -
This year the nursery school is offering an additional option for campers, the all-new Steam Summer Camp for children in K - 1st grade. In our STEAM room we use science, technology, engineering, art, and math to inspire the next generation of inventors and innovators. Camp includes outside time in our nature playground. There is space available for fall 2017 for pre-k children. Enrollment is open at www.stns.us , or contact Shari Petrakis, Director at [email protected] . On Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. come and play on our playground, all our welcome to check out
Nature Play Day!

Forums/Discussion Groups

The Adult Education Ministry at  Trinity Episcopal Church at 6587 Upper York Road in Solebury, PA is pleased to announce a two-part Conservation Series for May. These educational forums will focuson  The Fifth Mark of Mission: safeguarding the integrity of creation and sustaining and renewing the life of the earth. Part I of the Conservation series will be held on  Sunday, May 14 , at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. "Mother Earth" will be our featured Mother's Day honoree, as we welcome Patricia Walsh-Collins as our speaker. Patricia is a 37-year resident of Bucks County and creator and owner of Art of Spirit, and Art of Spirit's Earth School. Continuing the Conservation theme, Part II will be presented on  Sunday May 21 , at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. This program is appropriate for all ages and will be held in the Chapel. For additional information, please call 215-297-5135 or visit our website at
www.trinitysolebury.org . 

Music

Memorial Day Carillon Concert at Washington Memorial Chapel, Route 23 in Valley Forge Park. 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 29. Free. Outdoors - Rain or Shine. Doug Gefvert will perform an hour-long concert featuring patriotic selections & works by American composers. Sponsored by the Washington Memorial Heritage. 610-783-0120, 610-265-5211; www.wmchapel.org.

Services

Taize Style Compline at St. Peter's Church in the Great Valley. Please join us in the Bank Barn on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 7:30 pm for a beautiful service of Compline in the style of Taize led by our choir. A prayerfully wonderful way to end a late spring day. All are welcome. Feel free to come early or stay after to walk the labyrinth, visit the sheep, or simply enjoy 16 beautiful acres of grass and trees. For directions please phone the parish office at 610-644-2261 or go to www.stpetersgv.org .

Food

Save the Date: Hallelujah Brunch on
Sunday, May 21 at  St. Andrew's Church, Yardley following the single service at 9:00 a.m. and the annual meeting. For more information, call 215-493-2636 or visit the website:  http://www.standrews-yardley.org/ .

Rummages/Fairs/Flea Markets

Memorial Day Fair at Episcopal Church of the Advent, 401 N Union St., Kennett Square, PA 19348, on Monday, May 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please join us on as we celebrate our community! We will have fun games for children! We will have food and beverages! We will have family friendly activities! Our goal is to share our beautiful campus right after the Annual Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade! We will have reasonable prices that ensure a good time for all and help us raise funds for our Community Outreach and Youth Programs. All are welcome! Bring friends!

Items Free/For Sale to Parishes

An  Open House will be held at the  Diocesan Warehouse on  Saturday, May 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please register with  [email protected] . A listing of the items at the warehouse is also available. Email the same address.

ONGOING EVENTS
Programs

Supper at Grace Epiphany . A free home cooked meal for the whole community. Third Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Come and be fed. Enjoy warm company and freshly cooked food. Free-will contributions welcome to help defray SUPPER costs. Grace Epiphany Church in Mount Airy, 224 East Gowen Ave., 19119. Call (215) 248-2950 or visit: www.GraceEpiphany.org .
Music

Exciting local music is coming to Incarnation Holy Sacrament Episcopal Church . Starting in September, and running through the fall and winter months, IHS Drexel Hill will be hosting a Coffee House Open Mic and Concert Series. We'll bring in two local musicians to play longer sets and open the rest of the time up for members of the audience to share songs. We will sell refreshments and snacks to help raise money for the church. Please come check one out and tell your friends and loved ones. 3000 Garrett Road Drexel Hill, PA 19026.

Requests for Items

Wanted: Church Pews : Do you have unwanted church pews? Let me match you with an associate of mine who desires 15 to 20 church pews. I will be more than happy to forward your information with the hopeful end of placing your church pews in a happy home. Please contact me - Alan Segal - at either [email protected] or 215-208-7314.

Church Services

St. Stephen's, Philadelphia has weekday Services on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. In addition, on the days we have services, we're keeping our doors open from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. for meditation. Our Parish House office hours are Mondays by appointment and Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our phone number is, as always, 215-922-3807, and our new email address is [email protected] . We'll be staying in touch from time to time with news and developments in this new phase of the life of Saint Stephen's. We also hope to launch a new website soon. And most importantly...we invite you to rejoin us at worship as we re-envision and revitalize the mission of a wonderful church in the heart of a wonderful city.

Accommodations/Space for Rent

Christ Church and St. Michael's , Germantown, 29 W. Tulpehocken Street, has A Conference Room also a roomy hall with warm atmosphere and the use of a well-equipped kitchen for rent to use for meetings, showers, parties, conferences and other events. It has a parking lot and is convenient to public transportation. For information, call 215-844-7274 week days 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Gift/Thrift Shops

The Redeemer Thrift Shop is Open! Church of the Redeemer , 145 W. Springfield Road, Springfield, PA 19064, 610-544-8113, [email protected] . The Thrift Shop is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations are accepted Fridays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Please shop at the Redeemer Thrift Shop! You never know what treasures you may find!

JOB OPENINGS
Clergy

The  Church of the Redeemer, Bryn Mawr , is seeking a full-time
Associate Rector who, together with the clergy and staff, will share in the comprehensive ministry of the parish. The chief responsibilities of this position will be sharing in liturgical leadership and pastoral care; overseeing the administration and advancement of formation programs for children and youth in collaboration with the Director of Children's Ministries and youth group leaders; and developing peer and intergenerational opportunities in outreach. The Church of the Redeemer is a vibrant parish in the broad church tradition. We are looking for energetic applicants who are able to work with persons of all ages and are committed to the centrality of worship, the nurturing of habits of thoughtfulness and prayer, and the integration of faith and life. A fuller job description can be found at ( www.theredeemer.org ). CDOs or resumés should be sent to The Rev. Peter Vanderveen ( [email protected] ).

Musicians

Minister of Music at St. Thomas' Church, Whitemarsh . St. Thomas' Church seeks to build a highly-participatory music program for its 1,400-member congregation and 105-member preschool centered on Episcopal hymnody with diversity of music, including world music, and graded choirs for all ages. We seek to build our program with the growing numbers of children and teenagers in our parish and involve as many children, youth and adults as possible in our music ministry. To reach our goals, we seek an exceptional musician, who shares our goals and can build an outstanding music program, help us increase worship attendance and membership and enrich each parishioner's spiritual journey. The Minister of Music is responsible for building and maintaining our music program, developing wide participation and good quality, directing choirs, playing the organ and overseeing assisting staff positions. Contact Anita Burke, Assistant to the Rector, St. Thomas' Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 247, Fort Washington, PA 19034. [email protected] . Tel. 215-233-3970 ext. 121. Download for more information.


Church Staff

Trinity Church, Gulph Mills is seeking a detailed, focused, and cooperative Part Time Receptionist/Administrative person. The position is hourly, 4 hours per day from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for 40 weeks (school year) and flex hours in the summer, 12 weeks from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, 4 days per week. Primary duties are answering phone calls and serving as receptionists to the church and nursery school. Admin duties include general correspondence and bulletin/form preparation. Requirements include: excellent communication skills, ability to multi-task, a friendly disposition and a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office. Applicant will need to provide references, clear all background checks, and complete safe church training. For consideration, please submit resume and salary requirements to Anne Trumpler, Rector's Warden at [email protected] .

Youth/Family Ministries

Director of Children's and Youth Ministries. Saint Peter's Episcopal Church, Glenside is seeking a creative and energetic individual to coordinate and oversee our children's and youth programs. In this twenty hour/week paid position, the Director of Children's and Youth Ministries will work with a group of volunteers, the Rector, and other parish staff to engage, equip, and empower our young people to deepen their relationship with God, inspiring them to live their lives in service of others. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and youth, engaging our young people and their parents in ministry within and outside of the parish. Experience with youth as well as volunteer coordination is preferred. Please send cover letter and resume to The Very Rev. Emily Richards at [email protected] .

Volunteers

St. Luke's Germantown, Inspirational Choir Needs New Members. If you are a teen and like to sing-we need YOU. Rehearsals are Saturday at 10:00 a.m., and we sing in Church Every Fourth Sunday. For more information, call the Church Office at 215-844-8544.