The View from Bolton Street

An angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Get up and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” (This is a wilderness road.)

Acts 8:26

A wilderness road indeed.  Now I know a little bit about this wilderness road.  In 2019 I and a few other hundred people biked from Jerusalem to the border with Gaza, and then down to the Red Sea. Much of this path is now impossible due to the terrorist attack on October 7th and the continuing war in Gaza. This road has been a wilderness road since Jesus time, and continues to be today.  

But today I am not talking about the physical aspect of this ‘wilderness’ road. Let us consider the challenges of ‘journeying’ from Jerusalem to Gaza today.  

Bishop Carrie invites you to the Service of Investiture, Recognition and Seating of the XV Bishop of Maryland, April 27, 11:00 AM EDT, choral prelude begins at 10:30 AM. Streaming live from the Cathedral of the Incarnation. 

Join us on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary for a special choir performance titled, Vivaldi Gloria and Other Baroque Works.

Contact Camp Coordinator Miles Weeks for questions about this activity at youth@memorialepiscopal.org

Register now for BUILD's Mayoral Action on

Tuesday, May 7th, at 6:30 pm at St. Frances Academy

Invest in BUILD so that we continue to work with you to sow the seeds of lasting, positive transformation in Baltimore. 

Thank you!

Mother's Day and Father's Day.

We will be hosting a Mother's Day brunch on Mother's Day (Sunday, May 12) and we will be hosting a Father's Day BBQ on Father's Day (Sunday, June 16). Each event will be open to the public from 9am till 11am.

We are looking for volunteers to help us serve. If you would like to volunteer for our Mother's Day event or our Father's Day event please email Ms. Siniya at volunteer@fcbmore.org

Please visit the Vestry webpage to view the approved meeting minutes from the following Vestry meetings:

March 18, 2024

February 19, 2024

February 3, 2024

Your vestry is committed to serving this community and being in dialogue with you! Memorial is our collective spiritual home and the vestry wants to make sure your voices are being heard and included in decisions that affect this community.

To encourage an open and honest conversation, please respond to our survey related to the upcoming May vestry agenda so your voice can be included in the discussion. 

Dear Churches of Baltimore,

We are excited to announce a program to enhance fire safety for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Our office distributes free specialized fire detectors explicitly designed to cater to the needs of those who may face challenges with traditional alert systems. These devices utilize cutting-edge technology to provide practical and accessible alerts tailored for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Thank you for your time and consideration. This collaboration could significantly impact the safety and well-being of the deaf and hard of hearing in our community.

Best regards,

Bria Guevara

443-416-5593

Fire Marshal's Office

410-396-5752

High School Student Volunteer Opportunity (Zoom Tech)

Become a Zoom Tech volunteer and accumulate community service hours by providing technical support to the Memorial Episcopal Church community. As a Zoom Tech, you'll assist members with various online needs, fostering connections and ensuring smooth virtual interactions. This opportunity offers the chance to develop valuable skills while making a positive impact within our church community. Join us in supporting our community's online endeavors and enhancing their digital experience.

Please note: The Zoom Tech volunteer opportunity is not exclusive to high school students.

In Church Streaming Tech Opportunity

We are currently seeking people to work as media technicians in our church to support our streaming and Zoom services on Sundays. These services are designed to help individuals who are unable to attend in person but still wish to worship as part of our community. As a media technologist, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth operation of our online services.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this position, please contact the Parish Administrator via email at office@memorialepiscopal.org. Please include your name, contact information, and a cover letter/brief summary of your relevant experience or interest in the role.

Become a donor for weekly flower donations!

Join us in celebrating and honoring special occasions with altar flowers by registering to donate flowers. Flowers on the altar are a beautiful way to offer praise and glory to God while commemorating significant moments in our lives. Whether you wish to remember a loved one, express thanksgiving, or acknowledge a milestone, dedicating flowers to the altar is a meaningful gesture.

Flower Donation Sign-Up Form

If you are interested in donating flowers for the altar for Sunday Worship Service on any of the following days listed on the Sign Up Form, please click the link below to add your name to any of the weeks listed. Please note that multiple donations can be made on the same day.

After you have signed up for a day on the form, proceed to the Donate Now link to make your tax-deductible contribution by selecting "Flower Donation" from the drop-down menu option.

The e-newsletter is an excellent opportunity to share news about upcoming events, recent accomplishments, and other important updates with our community. We encourage all members of our community to take advantage of this resource and share your news with us.

Please note that the deadline for submitting announcements for Wednesday's e-newsletter is Monday at 5 p.m. This means that all announcements must be submitted by this time to be considered for inclusion in the upcoming publication (same week the eNewsletter is published).

To submit an announcement, simply click the button below to email our office. Be sure to include all relevant information, such as the event date, time, location, and point of contact name and email (if available), as well as any necessary registration or RSVP instructions or links.

We look forward to hearing from you and sharing your news with our community. Thank you for your participation in this important resource.