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ECS Online in More Places

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:08:00 GMT

ECS is committed to communication with our donors, volunteers, clients and stakeholders in the most effective ways possible. To that end, we continue to expand our online offerings.

Diocesan Furniture

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:27:00 GMT

Church House is offering to anyone interested in the Diocese the following items.

12ft. table in the kitchen table 9 yellow padded kitchen chairs 2 orange padded kitchen chairs 1 small rose chair with arms 20 green conference room chairs with arms

The Rev. Barbara Crafton Workshops

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Saturday Feb 6, 2010 | 9am-5pm | St. Thomas’ Church, Whitemarsh

St. Thomas’ Church, Whitemarsh presents The Rev. Barbara Crafton Workshops Praying When It’s Hard to Pray and What Might It Mean to Do Without? (A Christian Responds to Hard Times).

Come to the Alpha Marriage Course

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Sun Feb 21-April 11 | 6-8:30pm | The Church of the Good Samaritan, Paoli

The Church of the Good Samaritan in Paoli will be hosting The Marriage Course starting February 21st. This eight week course is designed to build, strengthen, and even mend marriages.

Saturday Jazz Mass

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:12:00 GMT

Sat Feb 6, 2010 | 5pm | Church of the Redeemer, Springfield

Church of the Redeemer, Springfield, will hold its monthly First Saturday Jazz Mass on February 6. Featured vocalists this month will be the Haverford High School Chamber Singers under the direction of Marsha Bobnak.

Soup’s On !!!!

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:08:00 GMT

Sunday Feb 7, 2010 | 11am – 1pm | St. John’s Episcopal Church, Huntingdon Valley

St. John’s Church, Huntingdon Valley PA, invites you to participate in this year’s Soup’s On !!!!. Soup’s On!!!! Benefits the Schoerke Foundation and the Heritage Academy in Ghana, West Africa. Enter a homemade soup to be judged by the soup eaters or buy a ticket and eat as much soup, bread, and dessert as you want.

Concert for Haiti

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:43:00 GMT

Sunday Jan 24, 2010 | 4pm | Church of the Holy Trinity, West Chester

On Sunday, January 24, a group of local musicians will join together to offer music in support of the Haiti earthquake relief effort. The 4:00 PM concert, hosted by Church of the Holy Trinity (High and Union Streets) in West Chester, will feature prominent Philadelphia area singers and instrumentalists.

Concert by the Duke Chorale

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:17:00 GMT

Sat Feb 6, 2010 | 5pm | St. David’s Church, Wayne

The Duke Chorale will perform a concert at St. David’s Church. The Duke Chorale, directed by Rodney Wynkoop, is a primarily undergraduate concert choir at Duke University, performing an extensive repertoire of chorale pieces, ranging from Renaissance German and French works to Latin Requiems and Negro spirituals.

Intercessions Prayer Calendar

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:16:00 GMT

Jan 24, 2010 – Jul 24, 2010

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In an effort to eliminate printing costs and paper waste, the new edition of the Intercessions Prayer Calendar is being emailed to everyone who has access to email with hard copies being printed out by request only.

2010 Committee Appointments

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:07:00 GMT

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Attached is a list of the 2010 appointments for the appropriate 2010 Committees and Commissions. These appointments have been based upon the listings in the diocesan database, feedback from committee chairs and requests from individuals.

Bishop's Bash

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:42:00 GMT

Sat Jan 30 – Sun Jan 31 | 8pm – 7am | YMCA Lansdale

The Bishop’s Bash, hosted by the Diocesan Youth Council, is an opportunity for youth (grades 7-12) from around the diocese to gather for worship, music and fun.

Choral Service for Candlemas

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:05:00 GMT

Sun Jan 31, 2010 | 4:00pm | St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Wayne

A candlelight procession and choral evensong will mark the celebration of Candlemas, also known as the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus Christ, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Wayne, on Sunday January 31 at 4:00 pm.

Jazz and Joe at Gloria Dei Church

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:33:00 GMT

Thurs Jan 28, 2010 | 7:30-10:30pm | Gloria Dei Church

Friendly conversation, a cup of coffee, and great jazz – who could ask for more?

Gloria Dei and the Jack Alan Quartet have partnered to bring Jazz & Joe to the public every fourth Thursday. Coffee and sweets will be provided as will the live jazz – you provide friends and conversation. .

Haiti Appeal from Bishop Michel

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:25:00 GMT

14 January, 2010

Dear Fellow Believers, In Romans chapter 15 we read of the relief that first century Christians provided for fellow believers in Jerusalem who were having a rough time of it. Modern day believers are called to this high challenge and work of mercy as well. We can do no less.

Emergency Update: Earthquake in Haiti

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 09:57:00 GMT

The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church has issued the following statement concerning the January 12 earthquake in Haiti: “The people of Haiti have suffered a devastating earthquake, and it is already clear that many have died and many more are injured. Even under “normal” circumstances, Haiti struggles to care for her 9 million people.”

Donate now to ERD’s Haiti Fund.

Martin Luther King Day Choral Tribute at Philadelphia Cathedral

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 09:54:00 GMT

On Friday, January 15 at 7:30 p.m. Philadelphia Cathedral (located on 38th Street between Market and Chestnut Streets) invites you to an Interfaith Service celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Join us for an extraordinary and inspirational evening as we remember and honor Dr. King on his birthday.

Upcoming Leadership Institute Events

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:24:00 GMT

1/28/2010 Trinity Institute 2010 National Theological Conference
2/6/2010 Vestry Symposium
2/20/2010 Pathways to Prayer
2/27/2010 Support for Search Committees
2/27/2010 Safe Church Training

Bishop's Bash

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:47:00 GMT

Jan 30 | 8pm | – until – | Jan 31 | 7:30am

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The Bishop’s Bash, hosted by the Diocesan Youth Council, will take place on January 30th from 8:00pm – 7:30am on January 31st. The Bishop’s Bash is an opportunity for youth (grades 7-12) from around the diocese to gather for worship, music and fun. The event will take place at the YMCA in Lansdale, PA (608 East Main Street) and include swimming, a dance-a-thon, basketball, a live concert, food, Eucharist with Bishop Michel and much more.

Candlemas

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 08:18:00 GMT

Tuesday Feb 2, 2010 | 7-9pm | St. James Church, Prospect Park

Saint James Prospect Park is excited to celebrate the Feast of the Purification of the Ever Blessed Virgin Mary and the presentation of our Savior Jesus Christ in the Temple which is better known as the Candlemas.

Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church Exton Friday Night Concert Series

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:07:00 GMT

Fri Jan 15, 2010 | 8pm | Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, Exton

The Friday Night Concert Series is changing direction! Since November the music has been Baroque but now it is time to pick up the tempo and perhaps the volume, [just a bit] with Calling Out Closer – A Christian rock band.

Seamen's Church Institute Christmas Reunion

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 07:57:00 GMT

By Henry J. Holcomb

It was a Christmas at Seamen’s Church Institute that all involved will remember forever.

As always, this 166-year old vital-to-commerce ecumenical ministry practiced the Golden Rule with seafarers from around the world, even bringing a father together with his long-lost daughter. It has deep roots in the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania.

Vestry Symposium

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:52:00 GMT

Feb 6 | 8:15am–Noon | Good Samaritan, Paoli

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Congregational leaders from around the diocese will gather again for our Third Vestry Symposium, led by Bishop Rodney Michel, Canon Paul Mottl and The Rev. Tom Pumphrey. This is a perfect opportunity for new vestry members and veterans alike to explore the role and ministry of the vestry—how this ministry can be fruitful for God and for God’s church.

Gathering with Bp Michel for Clergy Under 40 and Spouses/Partners

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:55:00 GMT

Feb 5 | 6:00-8:00pm | 1732 Spruce Street, Apt 1R, Philidelphia

The next gathering for under-40 clergy and their spouses/partners will be held on at the home of The Rev. Andrew Ashcroft.

New Face of Volunteer Services at ECS

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:36:00 GMT

Episcopal Community Services welcomes Mike Giansiracusa as development officer for volunteer services and parish relations.

Building an Ethical Economy

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:10:00 GMT

Theology & the Marketplace

Trinity Institute 2010 National Theological Conference

Jan 28 & 29, 2010 | Friends Center, PA

Does Theology Have a Role In Shaping a New Economy?

At Trinity Institute’s 2010 Conference you’ll have an opportunity to help define the answer. Whatever happens in the world economy in the coming months, one thing is certain: advocating for an ethical economy—one that works toward the biblical ideal of sufficiency for all and is resistant to exploitation—will be a priority, especially for clergy and lay leaders.

Episcopal Academy Presents Free Organ Recital Honoring Alexander McCurdy II

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:51:00 GMT

Newtown Square, PA: Episcopal Academy alumnus The Rev. Alexander McCurdy III ‘57 presents an organ recital honoring his father, Alexander McCurdy II (1905-1983), on Saturday, January 23rd at 3:00 p.m. in the Class of 1944 Chapel on Episcopal Academy’s Newtown Square campus, 1785 Bishop White Drive. Organists Gordon Turk and Michael Stairs will be performing at this event. Both Dr. Turk and Mr. Stairs were students of Mr. McCurdy.

A Conference on Christian Stewardship

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 05:03:00 GMT

Candlelight, Cocoa & Carols

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:40:00 GMT

Sunday, Dec 20, 2009 | 5-7pm | St. James the Less

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Join us for an evening of holiday celebration in one of Philadelphia’s most historic churches.

Surrounded By Angels In Haiti

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:50:00 GMT

A retrospective of a year of mission

I have just completed a year of service as a Missioner for the Episcopal Church in Haiti. It has been a journey of infinite blessings, beginning with the financial and spiritual support of my home parish, Trinity Solebury, Bishop Bartlett and Bishop Michel and Standing Committee and countless parishes within the Diocese of Pennsylvania. I have also received significant assistance from Province II & III and churches within their jurisdictions. As one is called to leave friends and family to immerse themselves in a different culture and a way of life, such partnership in ministry should never be underestimated.

Actions of the Standing Committee

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 18:10:00 GMT

November 1, 2008 – October 31, 2009

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Father Kim finds new blessing serving seafarers from virtually all the world's cultures

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:20:00 GMT

by Henry J. Holcomb, SCI Volunteer Ship Visitor

Father John Kim, whose career started in law school and included founding ministries to Koreans in Hawaii and Philadelphia, is now a part-time chaplain to the world’s seafarers at the Seamen’s Church Institute of Philadelphia and South Jersey.

Are you ready for God's emerging future?

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:14:00 GMT

Dec 10 | Lutheran Theological Seminary

The world is changing at lightening speed. No one can predict what ministry will look like 100 or 10 years from now. But there is a treasure of extraordinary power within you and your faith community (2 Cor. 4). Big or small, wherever in the world you’re located, your faith community is being called to move confidently, collaboratively, and creatively into God’s emerging future.

Islam in Africa - Lecture & Discussion

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:09:00 GMT

Dec 10 | 7pm | Philadelphia Cathedral

Philadelphia Cathedral’s student intern, Martha Kuntz, who is a history major with a focus in African history, will be presenting on her experiences studying abroad in the West African country of Senegal and about how changing attitudes toward the practice of Islam are affecting that region.

2010 Diocesan Choral Workshop

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 23:45:00 GMT

Feb 6 | Philadelphia Cathedral

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Philadelphia Cathedral is pleased to announce that it will be hosting a Treble Chorister Festival. Dr. William Bradley Roberts will be the Music Director for the Festival.

Brandywine Baroque presents Spectacular Scarlatti

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 23:15:00 GMT

Dec 11 | 8pm | St. Paul’s

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Exton will host the second of its Concert Series on Friday, December 11th at 8 PM, featuring The Brandywine Baroque Ensemble. Brandywine Baroque has been the Brandywine Valley’s premier early music ensemble for more than 25 years, performing concerts of chamber music on traditional instruments that evoke the mood of the period.

Mayor Nutter Addresses Episcopal Church Club Luncheon

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:44:00 GMT

At its second luncheon of the 2009-2010 season on September 15, 2009, the Episcopal Church Club of Philadelphia (ECCP) was honored to present the Honorable Michael Nutter, Mayor of the City of Philadelphia as the featured speaker.

Upcoming events at St. David's

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:29:00 GMT

Christmas Pageant

All are welcome at this wonderful enactment of the Christmas story, complete with live animals.

A Starlight Service of Remembering

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:34:00 GMT

Dec 8 | 7-8pm | St. David’s

Join us for this service where we remember those we love who have died. The service includes prayers and music appropriate to the season and to the remembering of loved ones. All are welcome. Bring a friend!

Absalom Jones Celebration Service

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:52:00 GMT

Feb 13 | Philadelphia Cathedral

Join us for this annual Diocesan event which celebrates the life and extraordinary contributions of Absalom Jones, the first African American priest in the Episcopal Church. Special music will begin at 9:30am preceding the celebration of the Holy Eucharist which will be begin at 10:00am.

Spiritual Growth Resources Committee program brochure

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:15:00 GMT

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The Spiritual Growth Resources Committee (SGRC) of the Diocese of Pennsylvania is offering a number of events for both individuals and parishes during the program year 2009-2010. They are:

Diopa.org Latest News

ECS Online in More Places

Diocesan Furniture

The Rev. Barbara Crafton Workshops

Come to the Alpha Marriage Course

Saturday Jazz Mass

Soup’s On !!!!

Concert for Haiti

Concert by the Duke Chorale

Intercessions Prayer Calendar

Jan 24, 2010 – Jul 24, 2010

2010 Committee Appointments

Bishop's Bash

Choral Service for Candlemas

Jazz and Joe at Gloria Dei Church

Haiti Appeal from Bishop Michel

Emergency Update: Earthquake in Haiti

Martin Luther King Day Choral Tribute at Philadelphia Cathedral

Upcoming Leadership Institute Events

Bishop's Bash

Candlemas

Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church Exton Friday Night Concert Series

Seamen's Church Institute Christmas Reunion

By Henry J. Holcomb

Vestry Symposium

Gathering with Bp Michel for Clergy Under 40 and Spouses/Partners

New Face of Volunteer Services at ECS

Building an Ethical Economy

Theology & the Marketplace

Episcopal Academy Presents Free Organ Recital Honoring Alexander McCurdy II

A Conference on Christian Stewardship

Sponsored by the Stewardship Committee of the Diocese of Pennsylvania

Candlelight, Cocoa & Carols

Surrounded By Angels In Haiti

A retrospective of a year of mission

Actions of the Standing Committee

Father Kim finds new blessing serving seafarers from virtually all the world's cultures

Are you ready for God's emerging future?

Islam in Africa - Lecture & Discussion

2010 Diocesan Choral Workshop

Brandywine Baroque presents Spectacular Scarlatti

Mayor Nutter Addresses Episcopal Church Club Luncheon

Upcoming events at St. David's

Christmas Pageant

A Starlight Service of Remembering

Absalom Jones Celebration Service

Spiritual Growth Resources Committee program brochure