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Translating Anglican Worship Traditions

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:17:00 GMT

Dear Members of the Diocese,

Please take note of the event below that is a follow up to the Radical Welcome conference held last year. Stephanie Spellers has dedicated herself to helping parishes become welcoming and inviting communities of worship that invigorate the spirit and nurture a sense of belonging and purpose. This workshop will examine how liturgy and music can be used in new and different ways to engage our members in these contemporary times.

Cathedral Hosts "A Trumpet Spectacular" to Benefit Philabunance

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:07:00 GMT

Nov 10 | 7pm | Philadelphia Cathedral

On Tuesday, November 10 at 7:00 p.m. join Barbara Prugh, trumpet, and Dr. Riyehee Hong, organ and piano, at the Philadelphia Cathedral (on 38th street between Chestnut & Market) for an impressive concert program entitled “A Trumpet Spectacular”.

A Message from Bishop Michel on H1N1 [Swine] Flu Precautions

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:59:00 GMT

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Dear Friends in Christ,

Some have requested the information on the on H1N1 [Swine] Flu Precautions that I sent out several weeks ago be configured as a parish bulletin insert. You are free to copy the materials and use them as needed.

On Their Turf: How to Refute the Atheists

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:57:00 GMT

Nov 8 | 10:45am | MacColl Auditorium

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Atheism has been gaining new ground in recent years, led by a foursome of authors whose books touting the New Atheism topped the bestsellers lists. In his book “The Delusion of Disbelief,” David Aikman takes a different approach from that of most Christian writers in his response to the New Atheism. Rather than defend Christianity, he arms believers with historical facts to convincingly counter the charges that the New Atheists level against Christians and believers of other religious faiths as well.

Season of Creation

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:48:00 GMT

Nov 1 (All Saints Day) | 10am | Philadelphia Cathedral

Philadelphia Cathedral continues its Season of Creation celebration. This week’s theme will be IN GOD’S IMAGE: The nature and destiny of humanity centering on the core of our being and discovering spiritual power for healing the Planet.

"Bloodletting" Life, Death & Healthcare

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:54:00 GMT

Oct 29 | 7pm | Philadelphia Cathedral

Philadelphia Cathedral (on 38th Street between Market & Chestnut Streets in University City), will host a screening of a provocative film documentary entitled “Bloodletting” — Life, Death & Healthcare which is the story of two healthcare systems: one nationalized (Cuba); one profit-driven (USA). A discussion will follow.

EfM graduation at SCI Graterford

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:36:00 GMT

The maximum security state prison at Graterford is located in the geographical territory of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania. That territory is the four counties surrounding and including Philadelphia County.

Family Day 2009

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:26:00 GMT

Nov 1 | 9:30am | St. Andrew & St. Monica

Calling all family and friends of St. Andrew & St. Monica Church! You’re invited to enjoy Family, Fun, and Fellowship on this day!

Important Meeting at Mayor's Commission on Aging

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:21:00 GMT

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Dear Sisters and Brothers in ministry:

Our church has many senior members, and often times our seniors are vulnerable because of fixed incomes, rampant inflation, health care needs, etc. Mary Daniels, Executive Director of Philadelphia Senate on Aging and the Mayor’s Commission on Aging are hosting meetings which will provide information on helping seniors cut their grocery bills in half and/or to obtain free cell phones with free minutes.

Interfaith Veterans Appreciation Service

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:10:00 GMT

Nov 8 | 2pm | St. Mark’s, Frankford

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On November 8th we will gather people from all over the region to say thank you to Veterans for their service. Last year we had good crowd for this event with over twenty different Veterans Service Organizations represented. All are not only welcome to come and participate, but are encouraged to do so.

Diocesan Initiation Service

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:05:00 GMT

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

October 31, 2009

As of today’s date there has been no response to my office, or the Cathedral office, of candidates to be presented at the Diocesan Initiation Service scheduled for October 31, 2009, therefore, we have found it necessary to cancel the Service.

The Right Reverend Rodney R. Michel
Assisting Bishop
Diocese of Pennsylvania

Celebrating Purcell and Handel at St. Peter's in the Great Valley

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:51:00 GMT

Nov 8 | 4pm | St. Peter’s Church

In the year that we honor Baroque composers Henry Purcell and George Friderick Handel, performances of their music around the world are drawing large audiences. We will join this celebratory movement at St. Peter’s Church in the Great Valley at Choral Evensong in the historic church.

Holy Apostles Annual Holiday Bazaar

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:39:00 GMT

Nov 21 | 10am – 4pm | Holy Apostles, West Philadelphia

The church of the Holy Apostles and the Mediator invites you to their Annual Holiday Bazaar

Rev. Zealor Receives "Thanks for Caring Award"

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:13:00 GMT

The Reverend Marie Zealor Swayze, an Episcopal priest, received the “Thanks for Caring Award’ from the Chester County Community Foundation at the organization’s Legacy Awards Celebration. This award highlights grassroots efforts with the focus on organizing and leadership and Swayze was honored for a lifetime of service to the community.

100th Anniversary Concert

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:50:00 GMT

Nov 1 | 4-6pm | All Hallows Church, Wyncote

In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of All Hallows Church as a Parish, Organist Kathleen Scheide and narrator John Cook will perform Czech composer Petr Eben’s cycle ‘The Labyrinth of the World and the Paradise of the Heart’, based on the 1623 text of the great Moravian philosopher Comenius.

Warren Clark and "What Churches Can Do for Middle East Peace."

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:21:00 GMT

Nov 19 | 7:30pm | St. Asaph’s, Bala Cynwyd

Dear Sisters and Brothers in ministry:

One month from today, Thursday, November 19th, we will have a wonderful opportunity to hear Ambassador Warren Clark speak on “What Churches Can Do for Middle East Peace.” The event will be held at St. Asaph’s Church, Bala Cynwyd (Conshohocken State Road and St. Asaph’s Lane) at 7:30 pm on November 19, 2009.

Halloween at the Cathedral

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:12:00 GMT

On Saturday, October 31, the Cathedral will be offering an 8:00 p.m. screening of the original film version of Phantom of the Opera, starring Lon Chaney. The screening will feature a live musical accompaniment by the Cathedral’s Director of Music and the Arts, Dr. Riyehee Hong, on the Cathedral’s 1907 Austin Pipe organ.

Season of Creation at Philadelphia Cathedral

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:16:00 GMT

“This Fragile Earth, Our Island Home”

This coming Sunday, October 18 at 10:00 a.m., and for the next five Sundays, the Philadelphia Cathedral will embark on a unique spiritual journey entitled Season of Creation. During this time, our worship experience will focus on God’s creation, our relationship with that creation and our relationships with each other.

Harvest Kitchen Tour

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Visit six kitchens in the Chestnut Hill area, with gourmet treats prepared by local chefs representing the cuisine of France, Germany, and England. All proceeds from this event assist St. Paul’s in its restoration campaign.

Share your stories, build community, Williams tells women

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:26:00 GMT

by Jerry Hames

Dr. Jane Williams, a widely regarded theologian and the spouse of the Archbishop of Canterbury, challenged women in the Diocese of Pennsylvania last weekend to “re-imagine” themselves within the body of the people of God.

A Tribute to Sir Charles Hubert Parry

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:09:00 GMT

Oct 25 | 4pm | Philadelphia Cathedral

On October 25 at 4:00 pm, Philadelphia Cathedral (on 38th Street between Chestnut and Market) will celebrate the musical legacy of English composer and organist Sir Charles Hubert Parry.

Eucharistic Visitor Training

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:20:00 GMT

Oct 31 | 9am-3pm | Trinity Church, Ambler

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Church, Ambler

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Led by Deacon Joseph Dietz. This workshop provides orientation and initial training for people chosen by their congregations to share the sacrament of the Eucharist with parishioners who are unable to attend the liturgy in church.

SEPA eCommunications Boot Camp

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:58:00 GMT

*Oct 17 | 9am-12:30pm | Trinity Lutheran, Lansdale* Whether you are in the trenches of congregational communications—editing a newsletter, creating a website, building email lists—or you communicate through evangelism, preaching, making video for worship/teaching, ministering to youth or building buzz about a social ministry program, there's something for you at SEPA Synod's "eCommunications Boot Camp" on Saturday, Oct. 17, 9am - 12:30pm, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lansdale.

Occupied Palestine: Inside the West Bank

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:07:00 GMT

Thur Oct 15 | 7pm | Philadelphia Cathedral

As part of Philadelphia Cathedral’s Lecture & Discussion Series, Sophie Rhem, a student who has recently returned from working in a West Bank refugee camp will share her experience and provide a broader understanding of the conditions and conflict in this region.

Icons in the American Style

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Wed Oct 21 | 10:30am | Saint Vladimir’s Seminary, New York

On October 21 at 10:30 there will be a lecture (“Tradition and Innovation in Orthodox Icons”) offered by Professor Richard Schnieder, a visiting professor of Orthodox Iconology at Saint Vladimir’s Seminary in New York, followed by lunch and a panel discussion with the iconographers.

Meeting of diocese's Middle East Study Group

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:57:00 GMT

Nov 19 | 7:30 – 9:30pm | Saint Asaph’s Parish Hall

The Middle East Study Group has met since 1993 as a diocesan standing committee. We meet in support of efforts by the United States to create a just peace for Israelis and Palestinians.

Celebrate the beauty of all God's creatures: Blessing of Animals at Philadelphia Cathedral

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:43:00 GMT

Sat Oct 10 | 1pm | Philadelphia Cathedral

Philadelphia Cathedral cordially invites you and your pets to the the annual service for the Blessing of Animals.

Holy Ghosts and Goblins

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:22:00 GMT

Sat Oct 31 | 10am – 9pm | St. Mary’s Church, Ardmore

St. Mary’s Church will hold a Fall Festival with a full day of activities, fun, music, food, and entertainment for ALL ages.

Church Archivists Workshop

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:09:00 GMT

Oct 17 | 10am-Noon | Trinity, Swarthmore

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The National Episcopal Historians and Archivists (NEHA) is holding a workshop Saturday, October 17, 10:00 – Noon, for parish archivists, historians, clergy, and other individuals charged with the care of congregational history and records and those who simply have a love of church records and record-keeping.

A Message from Bishop Michel on H1N1 [Swine] Flu Precautions

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:18:00 GMT

Dear Friends in Christ,

With cooler days and nights we sense the changing of the seasons and the beginnings of a time where we may be spending much more of our time indoors. The seasonal changes remind us of the seasons of our life and as people of faith we remember that God loves us through and in all the seasons of life.

United Thank Offering Ingathering 2009

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:15:00 GMT

Sat Nov 14 | 10:30am | Pennsylvania Convention Center

The Ingathering will be take place during the Eucharist at the PA Diocesan Convention. Each parish will present the total UTO parish offerings.

Cathedral Opens Instrumental Concert Series

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:59:00 GMT

*Tue Oct 6 | 7pm | Philadelphia Cathedral* Philadelphia Cathedral will open its Instrumental Concert Series with flutist, Lisa Schroeder and guitarist Michael Anthony Nigro in a program entitled “Dances and Impressions of Latin America and Beyond.”

"You... Your Personality... and the Spiritual Life"

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:41:00 GMT

Wed Oct 14 | 6:30-9:00pm | The Church of the Holy Trinity, Philadelphia

A Six- Week Program Beginning Wednesday October 14th at 6:30pm For six Wednesdays (beginning October 14th) we will be discovering our personality type and its significance as we take care of our spiritual lives.

St. Mary's Ardmore "Come and See" 2nd Weds.

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:28:00 GMT

Wed Oct 14 | 7pm | St. Mary’s Ardmore

Second Wednesday: Book Discussion on THE SHACK and Handcraft Ministries Projects for all skill levels—materials and instruction provided for prayer shawls, peace cranes, hats and scarves for homeless.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Event

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:40:00 GMT

Nov 11 | 1-7pm | Church of St. Alban

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The Church of St. Alban will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive Event to be held on Wednesday, November 11th (Veteran’s Day) from 1pm to 7pm in the Parish Hall. Please download the blood drive event information and tips for first time donors.

What We Do Can Make a Difference

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:52:00 GMT

A Philadelphia gun dealer that has been the target of religious activists is now charged in federal court with making false statements and failing to keep records required by law.

Navigating the Health Care Debate

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:32:00 GMT

Wed Oct 21 | 7-8:30pm | St. Mary’s Church, Ardmore

Faith communities must reclaim their role in health care. In a church who understandstands herself to be “The Body of Christ” we need to risk speaking and acting boldly from the depths of this identity advocating for those whose access to care is limited or whose voice is denied.

Autumn Craft Fair & Bazaar

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:01:00 GMT

Sat Nov 14 | 8am-2pm | Christ Episcopal Church

Free admission – Various area crafters, book exchange, Kiddie Kraft Korner, Grandma’s Kitchen/Pantry/Attic/Jewelry, baked goods and more!

Blessing of the Animals

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:40:00 GMT

Sat Oct 3 | 11am-12pm | Memorial Church of the Good Shepherd

You and your pets are invited to this lovely informal service on the lawn adjacent to the church. (In the Parish Hall in case of rain).

Poetry Reading with Father Bryan Owen

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:37:00 GMT

Oct 3 | 7-9pm | Trinity Memorial Church

British poet, priest and international election observer Father Bryan Owen has performed poetry readings in many places around the world, including one most people will never reach: standing on the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square in London.