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The  Parish to Parish Weekly has been renamed,  DIOPA Connections - The Ties That Bind: News By and For the Parishes of the Diocese of Pennsylvania to reflect the connections between the churches in our diocese and the beloved community. Let us know what you think of the new title.
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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Staycation  or  Vacation
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ONE-TIME EVENTS
Programs

Wellspring at St. Martin's invites caregivers of all kinds to a special day of prayer and pampering, on Saturday, June 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., to remind body and soul that "all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well," to quote Julian of Norwich. The day will also include practices for self-care and spiritual growth, as well as lunch. Suggested donation is $35 per person. The day will be held at Hilary 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.

Music

International blues master  Frank Bey and his Swing City Blues Band will return to  St. Paul's, Elkins Park on  Saturday, June 17 , for a special summer concert. The theme of the concert, says Bey, will be Peace and Love. Tickets for the June 17 concert by Frank Bey and the Swing City Blues Band are now available online at $30 and $40 at  www.stpaulsfriends.org . This event is being held in Jay Cooke Hall on the St. Paul's Episcopal Church campus. Seating at Jay Cooke is limited, and tickets must be purchased online - or reserved by calling 215-635-4185 - no later than noon Friday, June 16, 2017. Frank Bey and the Swing City Blues Band is being presented by Friends of St. Paul's Elkins Park, a non-profit committed to cultural and educational programs that support preservation of the historic St. Paul's Elkins Park site. www.stpaulsfriends.org .

Rummages/Fairs/Flea Markets

Come see what we have at our  Flea Market on  Saturday, June 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at  Saint Clement's Church , 2013 Appletree St., Philadelphia, PA 19103.  www.s-clements.org . Items available for sale: furniture, antiques, clothes, household goods, small appliances, books, eccentricities, etc.

Food

Saturday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Come join St. Mary's, Chester at our 1st Annual Community BBQ and Yard Sale to celebrate and support outreach ministry to men and families in the City of Chester. An affordable Ribs, Chicken and Fish menu to satisfy every taste bud will be available for purchase from $3.00 to $10.00. Proceeds will benefit Cityteam, an organization that has been serving people suffering from homelessness, addiction and recovery for 59 years while helping families heal. The yard sale will feature household items, electronics, education supplies and toys. Come share Father's Day weekend supporting a great cause, with a great meal and a deserving community. For more information, call 610-745-2053 or 610-874-8565.

Services

Christ Episcopal Church in Media partners with Trinity Episcopal Church in Swarthmore to host Taize Services for peaceful contemplation and beautiful music. This month's Taize service will be Thursday, June 15 at 7:15 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal in Swarthmore.

Items Free/For Sale to Parishes

An  Open House will be held at the  Diocesan Warehouse on
Thursday, June 22, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register with  [email protected] .

Summer Camps/Schools

Vacation Bible School at St. James, Prospect Park. Cave Quest - July 10-13, Monday - Thursday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Exploring, playing, singing, games, snacks. Fun for all! For more information, call 610-461-6698.

ONGOING EVENTS
Programs

Please join us for  Bible Study Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. (with a light supper) and Sunset with God  every  Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at  Emmanuel Resurrection Church , 8201 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA  19136 (215-624-8520).
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 . For ticket information, call 267-235-6061 or 856-986-7757.

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.

Church Services

Christ Episcopal Church , 311 South Orange Street in Media, PA, offers a Holy Eucharist and Healing Service on Wednesdays at noon.

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 Catacomb Closet at Holy Trinity Church at 212 S. High Street, West Chester, operates an upscale resale shop selling a variety of housewares, books, jewelry, children's toys, adult and children's clothing, pictures, entertaining and decorative glassware, as well as seasonal items at bargain prices. It is open to the general public every Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. All proceeds are donated to charitable organizations within our community and the Diocese and to those causes affected by tragic world events.

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

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.


Church Staff

Saint Matthew's Church  seeks  Parish Secretary/Receptionist , a personable, highly organized individual who enjoys teamwork and engagement with a variety of people and administrative tasks. Primary responsibilities include preparation of worship bulletins and the monthly newsletter, attendance reports, web site maintenance, parish communications, ministry scheduling, answering phone calls and greeting visitors to the office. The normally scheduled hours are 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday during the school year, and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday during the Summer season. We anticipate an orientation/training period to begin in June of this year. Please send inquiries with resume to Dave Robinson 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

Volunteers are 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.