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Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania - 3717 Chestnut Street, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19104 - (215) 627-6434
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www.diopa.org
June 28, 2017
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Table of Contents
One-Time Events
Ongoing Events
Job Openings
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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 goods/items they might be able to use. As in many "
Classified Ads", articles should not exceed 150 words in length with no graphics and should 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?
Staycation
or
Vacation
The Bible Challenge Continues!
SEND US A PHOTO OF YOUR
SUMMER BIBLE CHALLENGE
Camping, Fishing, Rowing, Throwing
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Strolling, Cooking, Hiking, Biking
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Flying, Cruising, Playing, Praying
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Sailing, Swimming, Running, Sunning
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Let's see where the challenge goes - Post to the Facebook Group Page or email [email protected]
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Programs
 WomenConnecting
, a time to nurture our inner life, at
Church of the Incarnation, Morrisville on Saturday, July 8, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon.
WomenConnecting offers participants a safe place to explore together the inner path to self-discovery and wholeness. This retreat offers an opportunity to learn deep and compassionate listening, share experiences and stories, and cultivate awareness of the inner life.
Come with an open mind and an open heart. Church of the Incarnation is located at 1505 Makefield Road, Morrisville, PA 19067; 215-295-9540. RSVP and for more information contact: Rev. Harriet Kollin at 215-292-9782 or
[email protected]
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Rummages/Fairs/Flea Markets
Christmas in July
at African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas on Sunday, July 23rd from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Put on your flip-flops & beat the heat because we're celebrating Christmas in July. Join Us for Holiday Beverages, Christmas Dinner, Gifts and Raffles. Suggested Donation of $12. The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas is located at 6361 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151.
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Food
The
Canterbury Society of St. Luke's Church, Germantown
, 5421 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19144; (215) 844-8544, presents
An Old Fashioned Seafood Festival
on
Saturday, July 8, 2017
, from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. In the enclosed yard behind St. Margaret's House. Live Jazz! Platters include: crab legs, mussels, shrimp, fried fish, corn-on-the-cob, roasted potatoes, steamed broccoli, and cobbler. Soft beverages, beer, and bottled water. Donation: $40. Make checks payable to: The Canterbury Society. Contact: Pat, (215) 200-3238; Viv, (215) 275-0104; Wes, (215) 360-7828; Chris & Lionel, (215) 424-4185; Joyce, (267) 581-1217; Janet, (215) 287-7056; or other Society members.
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Services
To commemorate the 225th anniversary of the Black presence in the Episcopal Church at our first church,
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
will be preaching at the service on July 25, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas during the Union of Black Episcopalians' 49th Annual Business Meeting and Conference, July 23 - 26, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Philadelphia/Cherry Hill, NJ. For more information:
http://www.ube.org/Resources/ube-49th-annual-business-meeting-and-conference.html
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Items Free/For Sale to Parishes
St. John's, Glen Mills
has about
50 of these chairs
for whomever wants them. They are comfortable armchairs great for a meeting room although a little faded otherwise in good condition. They were a gift to us by the Presbyterian Pension Fund. We are now replacing them with new and they are free. Contact Reverend John Sorensen, 610-389-9278.
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Summer Camps/Schools
Trinity Episcopal Church, Boothwyn
will be holding their annual Vacation Bible School on July 13, 14 & 15 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The fee for T-shirt and food is $35 for the three full days. Call Christine: 484-557-2760, email: [email protected] to register. You can also register online at www.trinityepiscopalboothwyn.org.
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Programs
You are Invited to SUPPER at St. Martin's!
SUPPER at Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields is held every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the Month at 6 p.m. Our free home-cooked dinners bring neighbors together and allow families to have a break while eating a healthy meal. Menus vary each week and include vegetarian options. Invite your friends and neighbors; all are welcome! Free-will offerings are collected to offset expenses. Church is located at 8000 St. Martin's Lane, Chestnut Hill. 2nd Wednesday only - July 12, August 9. 4th Wednesdays will return in September.
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Music
A Saturday Afternoon of Jazz
at the Church of St. Andrew & St. Monica. 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
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.
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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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Clergy
Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) Church
is seeking a full-time Rector. We are an historic Philadelphia inner-city church blessed with the beauty and charm of a garden-setting. The Bishop's call to be catalysts of growth is echoed in our Mission Statement: "With God's help, we, the congregation of Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) an Episcopal Church, honor God by following the teachings of Jesus to love God and to love our neighbor as ourselves". The Parish Profile and the Rector Search Information can be found on the parish website
www.old-swedes.org
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Musicians
Holy Innocent's St. Paul's Church
is searching for a Music Director. Duties will include the following: prepare and present music for Sunday worship and holidays. You will select Hymns and service music that support the service liturgy. Lead and direct the choir. Be receptive to incorporating a broad spectrum of instruments and music styles for services. Design and develop a children's music ministry. Service times: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. (Spanish). A bilingual candidate (Spanish) is a bonus, but not required. Salary and other compensation to be discussed. Contact: Holy Innocent's St. Paul's Church, 7001 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135. Call 215-624-1144 or 215-919-2635.
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Church Staff
St. James School
seeks a full-time Advancement Associate to assist in the school's fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will be extraordinarily detail-oriented, obsessively organized, and analytical. He/she should enjoy researching and finding connections between funders, managing and making sense of complicated data, finding patterns, and thrive on developing new solutions to ensure we are doing the best job possible using our database to store donor information and communicate with our stakeholders. Excel wizards, please apply.
To apply/read full description, click here.
St. James School
is seeking a full-time Advancement Manager to help lead the school's fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will have several years of non-profit fundraising experience, and be ready to embrace a leadership role in the busy, fast-paced advancement office of a growing organization. He/she should already have a solid foundation of skills in a variety of different areas of fundraising, including: foundations and grantwriting; corporate fundraising (especially through EITC and OSTC tax credit programs), event management, and executing fundraising campaigns via mail and email. Strong project management skills and an appreciation for a metrics-driven environment are essential. To apply/read full description, click here.
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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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Volunteers
Volunteers needed at the Cathedral Food Pantry
. Every Monday the Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral Food Pantry distributes nourishing food to 150 households. We need help with food distribution on Mondays and help with receiving the food on alternate Wednesdays. If you are interested in participating in this vital ministry, please contact Archdeacon Pam Nesbit -
[email protected]
or 267-374-6952.
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