Around the Diocese posted May 14, 2008
Diocesan Council meeting
March 29, 2008
In an effort to keep the Diocese informed of the business of Council, like other governance bodies of the diocese, we will attempt, through electronic media to provide a synopsis of our meetings. If you have any questions, please contact your Deanery representative to Council or any member of Council’s Executive Committee, whose members are; the Rev. Kathy Andonian, Mr. Alan Lindsay, Mr. F. Joseph Merlino, and Mr. George Whitfield, Vice-chairperson of the committee.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted May 13, 2008
The Rev. Frank Allen sings the national anthem
At Citizens Bank Park, before the Phillies match bats with the Atlanta Braves, the Rev. Frank Allen’s dream will come true when he sings the national anthem.
Full Philadelphia Inquirer article
Read more...Around the Diocese posted May 06, 2008
Interreligious Dialogue in the Service of Peace
May 21 | 7pm | Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church
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Judaism, Christianity and Islam all preach peace. Too often, however, they are corrupted to fuel hatred & violence. The mission of Interreligious Coordinating Council in Israel (ICCI) is to harness the teachings & values of the three monotheistic religions & transform them into a source of reconciliation & coexistence.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted May 06, 2008
Car Wash and BBQ
Presented by UBE Philadelphia Youth
May 24 | 11am – 4pm | African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas
Come support the youth by getting your car washed and grabbing a bite to eat! There will be hot dogs, hamburgers, water ice and plenty of beverages on sale.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted May 06, 2008
Corpus Christi at S Clement's Philadelphia
May 22 | 7pm | S Clement’s, Philadelphia
From the Middle Ages onwards Corpus Christi has become of the greatest feasts of the church’s year – and now also an opportunity to see and hear S Clement’s Philadelphia at its very best.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted May 01, 2008
Christ Church Preservation Trust wins award
The Christ Church Preservation Trust was recognized as a Grand Jury Award winner at the 15th Annual Preservation Achievement Award luncheon of the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia on May 1, 2008. The award was for the Trusts’ ongoing preservation work on the building’s exterior and for their fire protection system. The award included mention that “The Christ Church Trust and congregation are exemplary examples of the best practices of preservation planning and property stewardship.”
Read more...Around the Diocese posted May 01, 2008
2008 Pentecost Revivalist
The Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr.
May 28, 29 | 7pm | St. Thomas
The historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas announced today the 2008 Pentecost Revival dates: Wednesday, May 28th and Thursday, May 29th, at 7pm. This year’s theme is: “Remembering the Journey, Rejoice in the Blessings”. The Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Wright, retired pastor of the Trinity United Church of Christ, in Chicago, Illinois, will return for the third consecutive year as the guest revivalist.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted Apr 29, 2008
Golf Tournament to Benefit Antiviolence Youth Activities in Episcopal Churches
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
May 17 | Cobbs Creek Golf Course
The Black Clericus of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania will be hosting a Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Cobbs Creek Golf Course at 7400 Lansdowne Ave., in Philadelphia, PA to benefit the Antiviolence Youth Activity within our congregations.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted Mar 10, 2008
The Union of Black Episcopalians - National Chapter's Conference and Convention 2008
Jun 29 – Jul 3 | 2008
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This summer the Philadelphia Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians will be hosting the National Chapter’s Conference and Convention here in Philadelphia.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted Mar 07, 2008
Youth Mission Trip to Guatemala
The Diocese is pleased to announce that we will again be co-sponsoring a Youth Mission Trip to Guatemala for 2008.
The trip is both a pilgrimage of faith and a mission trip. It may be the only trip of its kind in the Episcopal Church! This is joint trip for youth from both companion dioceses rather than just a one-sided mission trip. Mission is very large and important to our work in Guatemala but it is not the only thing we do.
Read more...Around the Diocese posted Mar 10, 2008
Episcopal Youth Event in San Antonio, Texas
Registration extended until May 20
Jul 7-13 | San Antonio, Texas
The Episcopal Youth Event Delegation 2008 is in its final stages of registration. Because this event only happens every three years, only those that have three more years in high school will be able to attend in 2011. If you have a promising youth with leadership skills in your parish please encourage them to come with us this year to San Antonio, Texas July 7 – 13.
The Episcopal Youth Event will be held at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Mandated by the General Convention, E.Y.E. is the second largest event in the Episcopal Church and the single largest youth event in the Episcopal Church.
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