Diocesan Digest, April 27

A New Call

La Oficina de Ministerios Latinos/Hispanos se complace en anunciar que el Rev. Samuel Borbón ha sido llamado para servir como Misionero Asociado para los Ministerios Latinos/Hispanos y Desarrollo de Programas como parte del equipo del Obispo Presidente. Samuel+ es de la diócesis de Oregón donde más recientemente sirvió como sacerdote a cargo de la Iglesia Episcopal de Santa María en Woodburn, que es una congregación latina puesta en marcha en asociación entre la Diócesis de Oregón y el Sínodo de Oregon de la ELCA.

Lea el anuncio completo.

The Office of Latino/Hispanic Ministries is pleased to announce that the Rev. Samuel Borbón has been called to serve as Associate Missioner for Latino/Hispanic Ministries and Program Development as part of the Presiding Bishop’s Staff. Samuel+ most recently he served as priest in charge of St Mary Episcopal Church in Woodburn, which is a Latino congregation start up in partnership between the Diocese of Oregon and the Oregon Synod of the ELCA. 

Read the full announcement.
Around the Diocese

2017 Commission on Poverty and Homelessness Grant Application

The Commission on Poverty and Homelessness is accepting applications for grants for 2017. Congregations are encouraged to apply for up to $1000 to support programs which live out our Baptismal Covenant by engaging and creating community with those experiencing poverty and homelessness. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2017. Awards will be announced in August 2017.

Visit our website for more information.
Caring for Creation

Bearing witness to one of our diocesan core values to care for, protect, and defend all of God's creation, Episcopalians throughout our diocese and around the country took to the streets on April 29 in the Peoples Climate March. Episcopal News Service covered several of the marches. More information on how you can take steps to green your life and speak up on behalf of the earth are available through our diocesan Environmental Commission and the Episcopal Public Policy Network.
Upcoming diocesan and church events:

Extraordinary Young Musicians: Damon Zavala, Viola and Voice:  an annual event sponsored by the St. Paul's Music Guild. St. Paul, Salem. May 7, 4 pm. 

The Circus of Life Gala Opening Reception: an exhibition of art work interpreting the circus world and life experience. Trinity Cathedral, Portland. Opening May 12, 6 pm. Runs May 12-July 2. 

Addictive Behaviors Presentation: free lecture sponsored by the diocesan Recovery Commission. St. Barnabas, Portland. May 13, 8:30 am - 12 pm.

Safe Church Trainings: May 13, St. Mark, Medford; May 20, St. Mary, Eugene; June 10, St. Paul, Salem; June 17, St. David of Wales, Portland.  

The Story of David: a one hour dramatic telling of the powerful stories from the Books of Samuel and many of the Psalms. All Saints, Hillsboro. May 15, 7 pm.

Godly Play Core Training: three-day training on the fundamentals of facilitating Godly Play sessions for children. All Saints, Hillsboro. May 19 - 21.

Episcopal Church Women Spirituality Day : "Seeking Wellness: Keep It Simple Sister" is the theme for this one day retreat. St. Paul, Salem. May 20, 8 am - 4 pm.

Conversation on Israel and Palestine: a diocesan-wide conversation on questions of diocesan legislation and divestment. St. Luke, Grants Pass. May 20, 10 am - 12 pm.

Check out the  online calendar  for the full schedule.
Today in the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer:
St. James, Coquille: Vicar pending.

Church of the Good Samaritan, Corvallis: Simon Justice, rector; Alvin Lafon, William McCarthy, Thomas Stevenson
WE GIVE THANKS for our growing understanding of ourselves as ministers  of Christ in our community and the world. Pray that we may continue to grow  in joy and the love of Christ.

Samaritan Village, Corvallis:  Peggy Bernhard, chaplain

OSU Campus Ministry, Corvallis

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 
Click here for the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer.

Events and Notices
Bishop Michael's Visitation Schedule:
St. Timothy, Salem: May 7
St. Luke, Grants Pass: May 14
St. Martin, Shady Cove: May 14
Emmanuel, Coos Bay: May 21
St. Mary, Gardiner: May 21

Rest in Peace, Rise in Glory: Rev. Tom Cummins, founder of St. Francis, Wilsonville, and two-time interim at Christ Church, Lake Oswego, passed away April 29. His memorial service will take place at Christ Church on Saturday, May 20 at 11 am (please note the time change from an earlier notice).  Please hold Father Tom and all who loved him in your prayers this day. Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him.

Check out Clergy Resources for more information and employment opportunities.
Word of the Week

Whether you're a cradle Episcopalian or just walked through the red doors yesterday, chances are you've encountered some of the special vocabulary specific to our faith and wondered, what does that mean?

Check out previous Word of the Week entries and other photos on our  Instagram  account.
Becoming Beloved Community

Following a year of listening, consulting and reflection,  Episcopal Church  Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and House of Deputies President the Rev. Gay Clark Jennings and officers of the House of Bishops and  House of Deputies  are inviting Episcopalians to study and commit to using  Becoming Beloved Community: The Episcopal Church’s Long-term Commitment to Racial Healing, Reconciliation and Justice.

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