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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
August 2, 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
,
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
Reiki Healing Circle, Saturday, August 26th
@ 10 a.m. - Noon, St. Luke's Parish Hall, 1946 Welsh Road in Philadelphia. Good will offering appreciated. Contact Joann: 215-498-4653.
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Rummages/Fairs/Flea Markets
Christ Episcopal Church, Media
has scheduled its Annual Starfest Bazaar for Saturday, November 11. Proceeds from this bazaar help support several outreach ministries.
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Food
Friends of Guyam Partners invite you to a
Caribbean Food Festival and Silent Auction on
Saturday, August 26, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Undercroft of
St. Francis-In-The-Fields Episcopal Church
, 689 Sugartown Road, Malvern, PA 19355. For more info, call 610-647-0130, email:
[email protected]
, or goto:
www.stfrancisfields.com
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Door Prizes and Face Painting. Adult Lunch includes Caribbean cuisine such as Peas and Rice, Curried Beef and Chicken, Jerk Chicken, Spicy Vegetables, Yellow Plantains and other mouth-watering dishes. Child Lunch includes Hot Dog with bun, and macaroni and cheese. Caribbean fruit drinks will be served. Baked Goods for Sale and live music supplied by Caribbean Steel Pan Orchestra.
Proceeds benefit Education of children and disadvantaged women in Guyana. Purchase tickets from: Hortense Gordon, Ida Guckes, Sheila Rees, Cassie Wahn, Esther Underhill and Cicely Peters. Donation: Adults $15 and Children under 8 $7. Visit our website:
www.GUYAMPARTNERS.org
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Services
Trinity Episcopal Church
, 6587 Upper York Road, Solebury, is honored to welcome The Right Rev. Daniel G.P. Gutiérrez at its 9:30 a.m. service on Sunday, August 6.
Bishop Guti
érrez will be celebrating the Eucharist and presiding at the Liturgy of Confirmation, Reception and Renewal of Baptismal Vows. Confirmations are typically not held in the summer months, but the Bishop is making a special visit to Trinity to confirm new members into the parish, receive new members into the Episcopal Church, and renew baptismal vows for those who wish to reaffirm their Christian commitment. All persons will be confirmed or received by the Bishop with the laying on of hands.
Since being ordained as Bishop, he has embarked on a pilgrimage to visit every parish within the Diocese, which included a visit to Trinity Episcopal Church in October 2016.
All are welcome to attend. A reception will follow. For more information, contact Trinity Episcopal Church at 215-297-5135 or visit
www.trinitysolebury.org
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Items Free/For Sale to Parishes
Open House
at the Diocese Warehouse on Thursday, August 3th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. register with [email protected].
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Summer Camps/Schools
Registration is now open for
Vacation Bible School at
Good Shepherd, Hilltown.
The dates are
Monday, August 7 - Thursday, August 10
from 6-8 p.m. This year's theme is the
Parable of the Talents.
Children will enjoy the opportunity to learn about Jesus and the New Testament through story, activities, crafts, food and song. You may register online at our website
www.goodshepherdhilltown.org
or call the church office at (215) 822-3930.
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Programs
Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral Community Table Ministries
serving those in need of food. Food Pantry Schedule at the Cathedral. Every Monday from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information, visit
www.philadelphiacathedral.org
or call (215) 386-0234, ext 13.
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Music
A
Saturday Afternoon of Jazz at the
Church of St. Andrew & St. Monica. 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.
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Requests for Items
Attention, Good Samaritans!
St. Mark's, Frankford
needs your help in filling these
"Blessings Bags" for distribution to those in need.
Please help us make these empty bags overflow with kindness, as well as: bottled water, soap, razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, individually wrapped 'wet ones', individual snacks, combs, pocket packs of tissues, tampons, sanitary napkins and hand sanitizer.
When a person is faced with housing problems, with troubles and issues that are overwhelming and with nowhere to go...nowhere to turn...they feel lost, misplaced and forgotten. By providing this little bit of comfort, we can make someone feel better. With one little bag, we can offer a glimmer of hope...and joy...and peace.
Donations may be dropped off at St. Mark's, Frankford (4442 Frankford Ave., 19124), Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pickups can be arranged. Call Blair Jordan 267-368-0043/Luz Miranda 267-356-3992 or St. Mark's: 215-535-0635.
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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 spacious 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
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.
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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. The Director 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, and design & 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
Saint Mark's Church, Philadelphia
, seeks a capable, committed person to serve as Verger, a full-time lay position providing leadership in several areas of the parish's ministries.
A vital member of the staff, the Verger's responsibilities generally fall under three areas: liturgical coordination, communications, and buildings and property. A strong candidate for the position will be self-motivated, team-oriented, and mission-driven.
Inquiries will be considered until the position is filled.
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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
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.
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