Week Ahead
Episcopal News Service. November 9, 2005 [110905-01]
* MAGGIE VALLEY, NORTH CAROLINA: Icon writing workshop
* HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: The Diocese of Western North Carolina meets in convention November 10-12.
* PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Hope and a Future Conference
* SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: The Diocese of Olympia meets in convention November 11-12.
* ATLANTA, GEORGIA: The Diocese of Atlanta meets in convention November 11-12.
* GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK: The Diocese of Long Island meets in convention November 11-12.
* SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: The Diocese of Northern California meets in convention November 11-12.
* CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Diocese of New Hampshire meets in convention November 11-12.
* CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: The Diocese of Chicago meets in convention November 11-12.
* CINCINNATI, OHIO: The Diocese of Southern Ohio meets in convention November 11-12.
* LEONIA, NEW JERSEY: Reparations for Slavery: An Opening Conversation
* LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Solo Journeys Conference
* PORTLAND, OREGON: Via Media series continues
* WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Season of Creation
* JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA: Archbishop Desmond Tutu and former archbishop of Canterbury Dr. George Carey to speak at St. John's Cathedral
* WASHINGTON, DC: State Day honors Alabama
* CLEVELAND, OHIO: Dean Lind speaks on piazza at Trinity Cathedral
* HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT: Trinity Church 2005-2006 Music and Art Series
* HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: Transformation and Renewal IV workshop
* WASHINGTON, DC: Washington National Cathedral set to host two-night revival
* NEW YORK CITY: Narnia: A multimedia festival
* WASHINGTON, DC: Religion & Ecology Unite
* CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS: Faith and the second Millennium Development Goal/Annual Jonathan Daniels Memorial Lecture
Today...
MAGGIE VALLEY, NORTH CAROLINA: Icon writing workshop -- Master iconographer Xenia Pokrovsky will lead an intensive icon writing instruction workshop through November 12 at the Living Waters Catholic Reflection Center, 103 Living Waters Lane.
For further information and application call 859.608.3608.
Coming November 10, 2005...
HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: The Diocese of Western North Carolina meets in convention November 10-12.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Hope and a Future Conference -- The Network of Anglican Communion Dioceses and Parishes is sponsoring the "Hope and a Future" Conference, November 10-12. Rick Warren, senior pastor of Saddleback Church, will join key leaders from around the globe speaking on the conference theme, "Our Hope in Jesus Christ and His mission, Our Future!"
For information and registration visit http://www.anglicanhope.org/
Coming November 11, 2005...
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: The Diocese of Olympia meets in convention November 11-12.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA: The Diocese of Atlanta meets in convention November 11-12.
GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK: The Diocese of Long Island meets in convention November 11-12.
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: The Diocese of Northern California meets in convention November 11-12.
CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Diocese of New Hampshire meets in convention November 11-12.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: The Diocese of Chicago meets in convention November 11-12.
CINCINNATI, OHIO: The Diocese of Southern Ohio meets in convention November 11-12.
Coming November 12, 2005...
LEONIA, NEW JERSEY: Reparations for Slavery: An Opening Conversation -- All are invited and welcome to attend the first diocesan discussion on "Reparations and the Legacy of Slavery," November 12, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at All Saints' Church.
Speakers include: Dr. Barbara Wheeler, chair of African studies at Kean University and professor of anthropology and Donna Lamb, journalist and director of Caucasians United for Reparations and Emancipation (CURE).
For more information and registration contact Christine McCloud at 908.591.7191 or Lyn Hedley-Deavours at 973.430.9909.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Solo Journeys Conference -- Solo Journeys, an Episcopal Church ministry to the divorced, widowed and never married, will hold its first conference in the Diocese of Los Angeles on November 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Cathedral Center.
Keynote speaker will be the Rev. Zelda Kennedy, associate for pastoral care at All Saints, Pasadena. She will speak on "The Woman (and Man) at the Well with Jesus." Other presentations will include: Forgiveness and Moving On by Kennedy; Finances for the Solo Person (budgeting, saving, understanding a credit report, and more) by Urla Abrigo, executive director of the Episcopal Community Federal Credit Union; and Pros and Cons and Cautions of Internet Dating by psychiatrist Patricia Merriman, Ph.D. Merriman and Kennedy will jointly give presentations on Sex, the Church and Morality and Dealing with the Holidays as a Solo Person. Cost for the day, including lunch, will be $25 per person.
For information, call Debbie Decker, 213.482.2040, ext. 241 or email to debbiedecker@ladiocese.org'>mailto:debbiedecker@ladiocese.org
Coming November 13, 2005...
PORTLAND, OREGON: Via Media series continues -- The Via Media DVD and small-group exploration of Anglican faith continues at Saints Peter and Paul Episcopal Church, located at 8147 SE Pine St., on November 13. Via Media has been invaluable both in presenting life and faith in positive, dynamic ways to potential newcomers, and in creating a safe and warm space for present members to discuss issues close to their hearts. The session will run through November 20.
For information call 503.254.8168, email angcath@comcast.net or visit http://stspeterandpaulepiscopal.org/
WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Season of Creation -- The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew will continue its Season of Creation series on November 13 under the theme Stewardship - "Ourselves, Our Souls and Bodies: Stewards of Creation." The Season of Creation, series features a creative blend of contemporary liturgy and readings, together with music, dance and other art forms celebrating the majesty of God's creation and humanity's destiny within it, experiencing our kinship with all creatures, and committing ourselves to becoming instruments for the healing of Planet Earth. The final topic is: November 20 - The Cosmic Christ - "A New Heaven and a New Earth: The Reign of Christ" with the Rev. Canon Lloyd S. Casson.
For further information visit http://www.ssam.org/seasonCreation/seasonCreation.htm
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA: Archbishop Desmond Tutu and former archbishop of Canterbury Dr. George Carey to speak at St. John's Cathedral -- Archbishop Desmond Tutu will speak at the 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist and former Archbishop of Canterbury Dr. George Carey will speak at 5 p.m. for the St. Andrews Choral Evensong, Scottish Music Festival on November 13 at St. John's Cathedral.
Tutu is the former Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town, South Africa, and a Nobel Peace Prize winner, author, civil rights activist and theologian.
Carey served as the 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury. He has held various leadership roles throughout the Anglican community and has authored 14 books on theology and faith based issues.
The public is invited to attend.
For more information, email Sarah Lynch, director of communications, at slynch@saintjohnscathedral.org'>mailto:slynch@saintjohnscathedral.org
WASHINGTON, DC: State Day honors Alabama -- The state of Alabama will be honored at the November 13, 11 a.m. service at Washington National Cathedral. As part of its national ministry, Washington National Cathedral has for many years individually honored each state in the union. During worship services, the government and people of that state are prayed for.
For further information: http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/programs/stateday.shtml
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Dean Lind speaks on piazza at Trinity Cathedral -- On November 13 at 10:10 a.m. at Trinity Cathedral, Dean Tracey Lind will present a forum on the concept of piazza, including stories and photos from her sabbatical from May-October and reflections on Trinity's role as a church that stands at the crossroads of life.
For more information call 216.771.3630 or visit http://www.trinitycleveland.org/
HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT: Trinity Church 2005-2006 Music and Art Series -- Trinity Episcopal Church announces the signature event of its 2005-2006 Music & Arts Series with a performance by the Baltimore Consort on November 13, at 3:00 p.m. This world renowned ensemble will present ¡Cancionero!, an exciting program featuring Romances, Villancicos, & Improvisations of Spain, circa 1500. Tickets for this event are $25 and may be purchased in advance by contacting Trinity Church at 860.527.8133. There is secure parking available on-site and Trinity Church is handicapped accessible.
HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: Transformation and Renewal IV workshop -- Clergy and laity interested in models and resources for Black congregational development in the Episcopal Church will gather November 13-18 at Kanuga Conference Center for Transformation & Renewal IV.
Meeting under the theme "Behold a New Thing -- Challenges and Opportunities," the conference will hold a variety of workshops, lectures, daily Bible study, networking opportunities, and a chance for relaxation and reflection.
For information and registration visit http://www.kanuga.org/
Coming November 15, 2005...
WASHINGTON, DC: Washington National Cathedral set to host two-night revival -- Devotions, gospel music, scripture readings, prayers, and preaching by Dr. James A. Forbes, one of the most inspiring preachers in the country, are just some of what's in store for participants of "Word to the City," a two-night revival November 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. at Washington National Cathedral.
Forbes, senior minister of New York City's Riverside Church, will bring a message of spiritual renewal to attendees through his sermons titled "God's Response to Gideon's Question," and "God's Concern for Our Satisfaction."
For more information visit http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/worship/special.shtml
NEW YORK CITY: Narnia: A multimedia festival -- Trinity Church/St. Paul's Chapel will present a multimedia festival exploring C.S. Lewis and "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," November 15 through December 13, 6:30 p.m. This weekly workshop and online telecast with the Rev. Dr. Clair McPherson will feature e-courses and the premiere screening of a new Hallmark movie on Lewis.
For information visit http://www.trinitywallstreet.org/
Coming November 16, 2005...
WASHINGTON, DC: Religion & Ecology Unite -- The second of three dinner lectures that will explore religion and ecology will be held November 16, at 6 p.m. with dinner in the Cathedral College refectory followed by the lecture and panel discussion "Outdoor Sanctuaries" 7-8:30 p.m. in the library. Reservations are required. A series subscription is $125, individual registrations including dinner are $50, and individual registrations for lectures only are $25. Please call the All Hallows Guild at Washington National Cathedral to reserve, 202.537.2937. Proceeds benefit the garden and grounds of the Washington National Cathedral.
Coming November 17, 2005...
CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS: Faith and the second Millennium Development Goal/Annual Jonathan Daniels Memorial Lecture -- Boston Theological Institute, Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) and Bread for the World Institute have collaborated to present a series of lectures on Faith and the Millennium Development Goals. Richard Parker, Shorenstein Center, Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, continues the series on November 17, 7-8:30 p.m. at Sherrill Hall, Episcopal Divinity School, with "Ensure Environmental Sustainability" and will combine the remembrance of slain Episcopal seminarian and civil rights activist Jonathan Daniels. This fall marks the 40th anniversary of his death.
Other lectures include: "Develop a Global Partnership for Development" with Raymond Helmick on Decemeber 1; "Becoming Ambassadors of Hope" with Robert Seiple on December 8; and "What Can a Person of Faith Do?" with Gloria White Hammond on December 15.
For information on this and future lectures visit http://www.bostontheological.org/; http://www.eds.edu/ or http://www.bread.org/