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Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania - 3717 Chestnut Street, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19104 - (215) 627-6434
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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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Heard the word?
Over 1900 people havE
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YOU CAN TOO!
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Together the Diocese is reading the Bible,
bringing God into our lives, and it is transformative."
Bishop
Gutiérrez
PLEASE Join us
Go to App Store and download the Diopa Bible App on your smart phone -
OR
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Register on our website at
www.diopa.org
- Bishop's Bible Challenge
Listen during your daily run or commute to work
Begin with today's reading or an earlier one!
For additional information call the Offices of the Diocese at 215.627.6434.
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Programs
Spiritual Cinema and Discussion
on Friday, May 12th @ 7 p.m. in the St. Luke's Parish Hall, 1946 Welsh Road in Philadelphia. Featured Presentation: Believe in Me, about a girls' basketball coach who learned that God's plan was better than his own, preceded by a short documentary, 7 Days with 7 Dogs, about 7 dogs treated to a week's vacation of their own. Light refreshments, Good will offering appreciated. (215) 969-3645.
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Music
Friends of Music presents
Timothy Harrell, Organist in Recital
on
Sunday, May 7th at 4:00 p.m.
at
Trinity Episcopal Church, Solebury
, PA. He will be performing works by Franz Tunder, Dieterich Buxtehude, J. S. Bach, and Charles Marie Widor. Celebrating the 350th anniversary of the death of Franz Tunder, the recital will begin with a 3 verse setting of the chorale "Jesus Christus, unser Heiland" (Jesus Christ, our Saviour who conquered death) a hymn for Easter. A Toccata in F and four variations on the chorale "Vater unser im Himmelreich" by Buxtehude are then followed by Bach's Fantasy & Fugue in G minor. Closing the program are three movements from Widor's Symphony No. 4. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for ages 18 and under. Trinity Church is located at 6587 Upper York Rd, Solebury, PA 18963.
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Forums/Discussion Groups
Sunday Faith Forum on May 7th
at 11:15 a.m. at St. Thomas' Church, Whitemarsh in MacColl Auditorium - The Magic of Tiffany and the Tiffany Window at St. Thomas'. Bill Valerio, Director and CEO of the Woodmere Art Museum in Chestnut Hill
, will focus on stained glass. Prior to leading the Woodmere Art Museum, Dr. Valerio served as Curator at the Queens Museum of Art in New York, where he curated many great masterpieces in glass made by Louis Comfort Tiffany, whose studio was located in Corona Park, Queens. Dr. Valerio will discuss the qualities that make Tiffany's windows so magical and the special attributes that mark St. Thomas' "Justification by Faith" Tiffany window, which was produced by Tiffany in 1894 and is a great treasure of our community.
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Food
Join the women of
St. James'
for a
Spring Tea
on
Saturday, May 6
, at 1:30 p.m. The Episcopal Church Women hosts this special event in the church's Platts Hall, 3768 Germantown Pike, Collegeville. Tickets are $15 and sold
only in advance
; checks made payable to St. James' ECW. Hats and fascinators encouraged! Call 610-489-7564. For directions, visit
www.stjames-episcopal.org
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Services
Thursday, May 4
at 7 p.m., St. John's Church, Compass will hold a
National Day of Prayer Service.
This is an excellent opportunity for persons of all faiths to join together in interceding for our Nation and community leaders. First Responders, active-duty military, and local leaders have been invited. All are welcome!
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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.
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Rummages/Fairs/Flea Markets
Azalea Day Country Fair
at St. Christopher's Church, 226 Righters Mill Rd., Gladwyne, Saturday, May 13th, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Old fashioned Country Fair and Flea Market. Highlights include: Books; Opportunity table, including kitchenware, antiques, sports equipment, toys, housewares, and much more; Games and Prizes for Kids; Giant Obstacle Course; Goldfish and Bowls; Horse-drawn Carriage Rides through Gladwyne; Tractor Rides; Face Painting; Crafts for Kids; Gifts for Mom; Fresh-squeezed Lemonade; Old Fashioned Lemon Sticks; Hot Dogs & Hamburgers fresh off the grill; Spring Luncheon; Baked goods; Popcorn; Cotton Candy; Flowers and Plants for Mom and your garden; Boutique Gifts; Jewelry, and so much more. All proceeds benefit community outreach programs for the less fortunate in our area. http://saintchristophers.org/.
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Programs
Join
Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Chestnut Hill
for
Mindful Living on Tuesdays from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Led by Deborah Cooper, this ongoing class consists of both silent and led meditation, a brief presentation and time for discussion. The class is built around "The Places that Scare You" by Pema Chodron. Participants will be encouraged to take some of the concepts and work with them during the week. Drop-ins welcome. $20 per class held in the Houston Room, Parish House at Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, 8000 St. Martin's Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118. For more information or to register, visit
www.StMartinEC.org
and follow the Wellspring link or call 215-247-7466.
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Music
A Saturday Afternoon of Jazz
at the Church of St. Andrew & St. Monica. Drummer Webb Thomas - May 6, 2017. Guitarist Monnette Sudler - July 15, 2017. Pianist Joe Stevenson - October 28, 2017. Saxophonist Bootsie Barnes - December 9, 2017. All concerts go from 2 - 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 and $25 at the door. The church is located at 3600 Baring Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. For more info, call 215-222-7606 or visit the website at
www.ssandrewmonica.org
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For ticket information, call 267-235-6061 or 856-986-7757.
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Requests for Items
Grace Epiphany Church
is seeking Library Carrels for use in their offices. If anyone in the Diocese can donate some that are not being used in their buildings, please call Grace Epiphany Church at (215) 248-2950.
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Church Services
Saint Clement's Church
, 20th & Cherry Streets, welcomes you to Sunday Vespers and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at 4 p.m. Vespers is chanted entirely in Latin. This weekly service is followed by sherry and light refreshments.
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Accommodations/Space for Rent
The Church of St. Alban, Roxborough,
6769 Ridge Avenue, offers the use of the Parish Hall for showers, parties, wedding receptions, conferences and other events. The hall has recently been painted, and has a new ceiling with updated lighting, and attractive curtains. Can accommodate 120 people. There is also a large fully-equipped adjoining kitchen. The property has a parking lot and is convenient to public transportation. For additional information, call 215-483-6085.
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Gift/Thrift Shops
Christ Episcopal Church, Pottstown's "Second Chance' Thrift Shoppe
is open with our fall/winter fashions and housewares. Our hours are Wednesday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. SCTS serves our community with very affordable items, and if there is a verified financial need, vouchers are available through our clergy. We operate solely on the generous contributions from our parish family and friends. The income generated for our Church aids in emergency expenses and helps to purchase items that are needed for the church but not covered in the general budget. We are truly blessed to often receive some very "high end" household goods and "designer" clothing. Stop in to see us - we are sure you will be pleased and will perhaps find that "treasure" you are looking for.
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Church Staff
Sexton: Church of the Holy Trinity, Philadelphia
seeking someone for cleaning and set up, part-time (up to 20 hrs.). Sunday mornings (required) and at least 2-3 days during the week. Contact the Church Office with inquiries.
[email protected]
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Musicians
The organist at
Saint John's, Concord (Glen Mills)
has had to retire due to illness. We are looking for an
Interim Organist
(s) for the Spring+, and will be searching for a new incumbent over the Summer. Organ & Keyboard skills needed to accompany choir or soloists in season. There is a separate Choir director. Two services until Memorial Day weekend (9:15 & 11). One 10 a.m. liturgy over the Summer. Allen 3-manual. Contact John Sorensen, Rector, 610-389-9278. Email:
[email protected]
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Volunteers
Spiritual Direction Offering.
What is "spiritual direction"? Most basically, it is sitting down with a trusted Christian person in a confidential setting and discussing one's prayer life, what is happening in one's Christian pilgrimage, and how God may be acting and making Godeself known in one's life. It can take place once a month or once every few months, even on an irregular basis. This is not about interminable psychotherapy, but rather relatively infrequent meetings which can enable real spiritual friendship to develop over a period of time. If you think you might be interested in exploring spiritual direction, you may talk with or contact Rev. Jill McNish at 973-819-5191. As well as having a PhD in Psychology and Religion from Union Seminary, she received training in spiritual direction at the Center for Christian Spirituality at General Seminary.
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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]
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