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Holy Family School Hosts Bishops
Lawndale ministry serves 500 students with Episcopal support
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| | Bishops Miller and Lee with Holy Family's Chaplain Leslie Hunter |
On October 4, Bishop Lee joined Bishop Wayne Miller of the ELCA (Lutheran) Metro Chicago Synod for the annual Bishop's Chapel at Holy Family School.
The school, founded as Holy Family Lutheran School in 1985, was begun to offer families an alternative to under-performing public schools in Cabrini Green. In 2008, the K-8 school and its companion after-school program moved to a campus in North Lawndale, and in 2010, merged with St. Gregory Episcopal School to become Holy Family School.
Today, Holy Family Ministries serves more than 500 children and youth through a preschool, the K-8 school, after-school and summer programs, and a leadership program for teens and young adults called The Peace Exchange. The programs are supported through state and local public funds as well as by private donors, corporations and foundations including Episcopal Charities and Community Services, and faith communities including a dozen congregations in the Diocese of Chicago.
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| | Holy Family students teach Bishops Miller and Lee the motions to one of the school's regular chapel songs. |
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La Liturgia Hispana en la Catedral de St. James
sábado 21, sesión legal informativa a las 9 a.m. para familias interesadas
La Liturgia Hispana en la Catedral de St. James tendrá lugar el sábado 21 de octubre a las 11:00 a.m. Esta celebración anual reúne a los miembros de diez congregaciones que desarrollan un ministerio con la comunidad Latina. Después de la misa, se tendrá un convivio en el que se servirá comida a las personas presentes. Tambi én, se ofrece descuento para el parqueo en dos parqueaderos cercanos (33 West Ontario Street y Rush-Ohio-Wabash ubicado en el 50 East Ohio St.).
Los candidatos a la confirmación deben llegar a la catedral de St. James a las 9:30 a.m. para reunirse con nuestro Obispo diocesano Jeffrey Lee antes de la misa.
La Diócesis Episcopal de Chicago apoya a los jóvenes bajo el programa DACA y, con el apoyo de Caridades Episcopales y Servicios Comunitarios, se ofrecerá una sesión legal informativa a las 9:00 a.m. para familias interesadas.
Si necesita más información puede comunicarse con el P. Alvaro Araica al 773-443-8189 o con el P. Victor Conrado al 312.342.3570
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The Annual Hispanic Liturgy of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago will take place on Saturday, October 21 at St. James Cathedral at 11 am. This annual celebration includes participants from 10 congregations and is followed by a convivio with food and music.
Candidates for reception or confirmation should plan to arrive at St. James Commons (65 E. Huron) by 9:30 am to meet with Bishop Lee before the service. Discounted parking is available at two nearby garages.
In its ongoing support of DACA recipients, the diocese has partnered with Episcopal Charities & Community Services to provide a legal information session at 9:00 am for those who are interested.
For more information please contact the Rev. Alvaro Araica at 773-443-8189 or the Rev. Victor Conrado at 312.342.3570.
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Breakfast with the Bishop Upcoming conversations in Downers Grove and Flossmoor
"In the Diocese of Chicago, we're in the transformation business," says Bishop Lee. "We really are in the business in the church of changing people's lives in Christ."
Join the bishop for refreshments and conversation about the ministry of the diocese and the work to which God is calling us at one of these upcoming gatherings:
Before attending a breakfast, you are encouraged to view a video from Bishop Lee in which he shares his thoughts on "what a diocese is for."
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Attend the 58th Annual Bishop's Ball Friday, November 3 at the Ritz-Carlton
Bishop Jeffrey Lee and the Board of Trustees of Episcopal Charities and Community Services cordially invite you to the 58th Annual Bishop's Ball on Friday, November 3 at the Ritz-Carlton at Water Tower Place. This year's honoree is Georgianna Gleason, who will retire at the end of 2017 after more than 20 years as executive director of Episcopal Charities and Community Services.
Enjoy dinner, live and silent auctions and dancing until midnight with The Joe Lill Orchestra. Purchase tickets here. |
Invitation to Alcohol Awareness Taping Saturday, November 4 in Evanston
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Members of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago are invited to attend the taping of an alcohol awareness video on Saturday, November 4, from 10 am to 2 pm at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Evanston. The presentation, titled "Alcohol Awareness: A Conversation about Wellness, Awareness and Choices" will be given by Melissa Perrin, a licensed clinical psychologist in the diocese, and is being recorded for later use in the diocese. Audience members will be served lunch and will have the opportunity to ask questions. Please note: audience members will be asked to sign a media release form. Please RSVP to attend by November 2 by calling the church office at 847.869.4850.
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Youth Ministry Network Online
November 2 at 12 pm by Zoom video conference
In 2017-2018, the diocesan youth ministry office will host regular online meetings at which youth leaders, whether paid or volunteer, can connect with colleagues, share resources, and learn best practices in youth ministry. These meetings will be held by video/telephone conference to minimize travel and make meetings more accessible for all. The November discussion will focus on current celebrations and challenges as well as the idea of "Good Samaritan Leadership." Learn more.
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Fall Publication Schedule
Throughout the year we publish both a general email newsletter and Leadership News, a publication for lay leaders and clergy in the Diocese of Chicago, on alternate Wednesdays. News about your congregation's mission, ministry and events may be submitted by email to Jen Boyle-Tucker. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday at noon.
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| 2017 Diocesan Convention Preview |
The 180th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Chicago will be
held Friday, November 17 and Saturday, November 18 at the Westin Lombard Yorktown Center in Lombard.
Convention is the annual business meeting of the diocese, during which we elect leaders, consider resolutions and hear reports from across the diocese and the wider church. More than 500 people attend convention each year.
Voting participants at convention include the clergy of the diocese and lay representatives elected from each congregation. The gathering also includes ex-officio members, who are entitled to seat and voice, and many visitors.
Bishop Lee will be the keynote speaker at this year's diocesan convention, which takes the theme of "Transformational Leadership." Read more about Bishop Lee's priorities for leaders, and mark your calendar for his keynote address at this year's convention.
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Important Dates & Deadlines
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- September 30: Nominations and Resolutions were due
- September 30: Certification of Delegates was due
- October 1 - October 31: Online registration available for $75
- November 1: Online registration closed. Please plan to register onsite for convention ($100) and reception ($75)
- November 3: Hotel reservations due
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Convention Workshops
A range of workshops and brown-bag lunchtime learning opportunities will be offered on Friday and Saturday of convention. Preview the workshop schedule and descriptions to help plan your time at convention.
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Hotel Reservations
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Westin Lombard Yorktown Center. The room rate is $119 plus tax and is available through November 3. Reservations must be guaranteed by one night's deposit (room and tax) on a major credit card. Reserve your room online or call Westin Reservations at 1.888.627.9031 and mention the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago for the convention rate.
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Exhibits
Vendors wishing to participate in the exhibit hall at diocesan convention may register for a booth online. More information is available on the convention webpage.
If you have any questions, please contact Louisa McKellaston, exhibit hall manager, by email or phone (312.751.4214) |
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Society of Catholic Priests Annual Conference
October 11 - 14 in Chicago
The Society of Catholic Priests, North American Province, will hold its 2017 Annual Conference in Chicago from October 11-14 on the theme "Catholic Evangelism in Context."
Bishops Melissa Skelton, Eugene Sutton, and Daniel Gutierrez will give keynote addresses. The society's Episcopal visitor, Bishop Frank Griswold, will also speak. Griswold was previously bishop of Chicago and presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church.
The conference is open to both clergy and laity. Please register online.
There is also a one-day registration option for Thursday, October 12, at the Church of the Atonement. Please view the schedule.
All liturgies at St. James Cathedral, the Church of the Atonement, and the Iglesia Episcopal Cristo Rey are open to the public. For questions, please contact the Rev. Ethan Jewett by email. |
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2017 CROP Hunger Walks
Chicago walk: Sunday, October 15
 The Chicago CROP Hunger Walk, which raises funds to fight hunger, takes place on Sunday, October 15 with both a 10K (6 mile) lakefront walk and a 2K family walk beginning and ending at Second Presbyterian Church (1936 S. Michigan Ave.) Registration and activities begin at 1 pm and the walk begins at 2 pm.
For more information, please contact the Rev. Gary Cox by email or phone (773.434.9783). |
Indy Marathon and 5k Fundraising Team
November 4 to support Episcopal Relief & Development
Register for the run online or make a gift in support of the team.
For more information contact Jackie Cameron.
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Keeping Faith: Three Sisters of Story Interfaith storytelling in Deerfield 
On Saturday, October 14, 7 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Deerfield, Trinity Episcopal Church, Highland Park will co-sponsor an interfaith storytelling event called Three Sisters of Story, which features a Muslim, Christian and Jewish storyteller. Learn more.
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Nurturing the Spirit: A Fall Gathering & Retreat October 27 - 29 at DeKoven
The Episcopal Church Women Chicago will host their fall weekend retreat for women at the DeKoven Retreat Center from October 27 - 29. The event offers time for personal reflection and renewal, but is not a silent retreat, and will include
opportunities to socialize, sing, and worship.
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Mental Health for Faith Community Nurses October 26 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin 
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Conversations on Islam with Rania Zeithar Saturdays at St. James, West Dundee
- Saturday, October 28 - What is Islam? Who are Muslims?
- Saturday, November 4 - Women in Islam
- Saturday, November 11 - Islam and violence
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"Our Unexamined Gods" Bishop Anderson House offers October 28 workshop
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Centering Prayer Fall Workshop November 4 at Benedictine University in Lisle
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South Loop Campus Ministry 10th Anniversary November 9 celebration features burgers and bishops
The South Loop Campus Ministry will celebrate its tenth anniversary on November 9 with a party that will include a burger bar and two bishops: Bishop Lee and Bishop Miller of the Metro Chicago Synod of the ELCA. Everyone who has contributed to the ministry in the last ten years or who wants to be involved in the future, is invited to attend. Learn more and purchase tickets.
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Advent in Narnia Retreat at DeKoven Center December 1 - 3 with the Rev. Heidi Haverkamp
 Join the Rev. Heidi Haverkamp for an Advent retreat exploring themes from C.S. Lewis' novel "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." Haverkamp's 2015 book, Advent in Narnia, explores the intersections between the novel, themes of Advent, and tenets of Christian theology. The retreat will be held at the DeKoven Center in Racine, Wisconsin, and includes two nights in a private room with bath and all meals. Register here. |
17th Annual Pre-Lent Men's Retreat February 9-10 at the DeKoven Center
The 17th Annual Episcopal Men's Pre-Lenten Retreat for the Diocese of Chicago will be held on Friday and Saturday, February 9 and 10, 2018 at the DeKoven Center in Racine Wisconsin. The retreat theme is "Keeping it Together When the World Seems to be Coming Apart." Download a flyer.
The Rt. Rev. Matt Gunter, bishop of the Diocese of Fond du Lac in Wisconsin and former rector of St. Barnabas Church in Glen Ellyn, will lead the retreat. Register to attend.
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Around the Diocese
Grace Episcopal Church, Chicago, in partnership with Roosevelt University, will offer free concerts on Thursdays at 7:30 pm during the 2017-2018 school year. Learn more.
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Nativity, Chicago will host its annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Saturday October 14 from 5 to 8 pm.
Gluten-free and low-carb options are available if ordered in advance. Purchase tickets by phone (773.445.4472).
St. Giles Episcopal Church, Northbrook, will host its 9th Annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 14, from 5-9 pm, to celebrate the harvest in its community garden. The free event includes dinner and square dancing with a live band and caller. Donations will be shared with the Northfield Township Pantry. Learn more.
St. John's, Chicago will offer a free concert on Sunday, October 22 at 3 pm. "Double Take: Musical Pairings through the Ages" performed by the Chicago Recorder Quartet.
St. Philip's Episcopal Church, Palatine, will host their annual auction on Saturday, November 4 at 6:30 pm. Enjoy live, silent, and raffle auctions. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served. Admission is $5. All are welcome.
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| Job Openings |
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| Save the Dates |
View the website homepage for a listing of upcoming 2017 diocesan events including:
- Episcopal Charities Gala November 3 at the Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
- MIQRA at St. James Cathedral January 13 - 14, 2018
- Province V Campus Ministry Retreat February 16 - 17, 2018
- Camp Chicago July 1 - 20, 2018
2018 General Convention
The 79th General Convention of The Episcopal Church will take place in Austin, Texas July 5 - 13, 2018. Learn more. |
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