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Holiday Services Across the Diocese of Olympia
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Join our churches and worshiping communities from across the Diocese of Olympia this holiday season! More services will be added throughout the season, so check back for more updates!
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Clergy Transitions in the Diocese of Olympia
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It is a time of transition within our Diocese, and we have a new clergy transition to announce. The Rev. Martin Pommerenke (he/him), ordained to the transitional diaconate earlier this month, is thrilled to join St. Paul’s, Bellingham, as their Curate starting in January of 2024.
Please join us in welcoming The Rev. Pommerenke to his new role in the Diocese, and keep all congregations experiencing transition in your prayers.
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Episcopal Relief & Development Announces Opportunity for Donors to Double Their Impact During Year-End Hope Match Campaign
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Supporters of Episcopal Relief & Development can double the impact of their donations during the organization’s year-end Hope Match Campaign. From November 8 until December 31, qualifying contributions will be matched up to $750,000.
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Live-Streaming Services
Across the Diocese
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As more of our churches have moved to live-streaming their services, we’ve created a directory of our churches with services times and links to where you can join for Sunday morning and weekday prayer.
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Civil Rights Pilgrimage Info Session
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January 18, 7:00 pm | Online
Bring all your questions and curiosities about the October 2024 diocesan Civil Rights Pilgrimage to this Zoom info session!
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Forma: Faith Formation Conference
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January 22-25, 2024 | Online | $120 Registration
Experience the annual Forma conference, a chance for all who work in faith formation – staff, volunteers & clergy – to experience the latest in methods, perspectives and practices.
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Concert for the Human Family
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February 3, 2024; 7:00 pm | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle
You’re invited to the Concert for the Human Family: an inspiring collaboration between award-winning musicians and church leaders who believe in the power of music and storytelling to foster Beloved Community.
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Practicing the Presence of God Retreat
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March 4-7 | Saint Andrew’s House, Union | $375 Registration
Join St. Andrew’s House for Practicing the Presence of God with Paul Rietmann.
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Sundays, 5:30 pm | Epiphany, Seattle
Join Epiphany, Seattle every Sunday at 5:30 pm for Choral Evensong, followed by a reception.
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Webinar on Criminal Justice Reform
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January 4, 7:00 pm | Online
Church of the Holy Spirit, Vashon, is sponsoring a webinar on criminal justice reform to inspire advocacy for three top-priority bills under consideration by the state legislature.
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Stepping Out in Faith: The Philadelphia Eleven Documentary
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January 7, 1:00 pm | St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods, Freeland
On July 29,1974, eleven women and three bishops challenged Episcopal tradition when the women were ordained at the Church of the Advocate in Philadelphia.
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Contemplative Worship in the Spirit of Taizé
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Sundays Beginning January 7, 5:00 pm | St. Andrew’s, Seattle
Join St. Andrew’s, Seattle for contemplative worship in the spirit of Taizé.
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Sacred Ground: A Film and Article Based Series on Race and Racism
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Tuesdays Beginning January 9, 3:00 pm | St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods, Freeland
Join St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods, Freeland for Sacred Ground, a film and article based series on race and racism.
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The Philadelphia Eleven: Documentary Screening
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January 13, 2024, 5:00 pm | Good Shepherd, Federal Way
Join Good Shepherd, Federal Way to learn the story of the first women ordained to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church, and participate in a panel discussion afterward.
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Foster Parent Information Night (by Zoom)
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January 23, 6:30 pm | Online
Sponsored by St. Timothy, Chehalis, meet with a representative of the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families to learn about how to become a foster family. Ask all your questions here!
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Sister Joan Chittister Visits Seattle
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May 5, 2024, 3:00 pm | St. Stephen’s, Seattle | $10-30 Registration (book and photo included)
On May 5, 2024, Sister Joan Chittister, OSB, one of the most influential religious and social leaders of our time and a passionate advocate for peace, human rights, women’s issues, and church renewal, will speak at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Seattle on her newest book, “The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage.”
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Pledge Campaign Materials Ready to Use TODAY!
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Download the whole package today to begin planting the seeds for your campaign! (password is Jeremiah17:8)
The 2023 – 2024 Annual Pledge Campaign materials are ready for use. This year’s package includes:
- Sample letters from the Clergy, Wardens, and Committee Chair
- Prayers for the Pledge Cards and Prayers at Ingathering
- Prayers of the People during your campaign season and a Post-Communion Prayer you may use during the weeks of your pledge drive
- Pledge cards that focus on time, talent, and treasure
- Proportional Giving cards
- Weekly Reflections for now and other seasons
- A Hymn to accompany the theme. You may download the score and listen to a recording of how it sounds on our website.
The Diocese of Olympia’s annual membership in TENS (The Episcopal Network for Stewardship) means every congregation in the Diocese has full and FREE access to these resources. 2023 password is Jeremiah17:8 (no spaces, case sensitive).
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Thinking about Upping Your Online Giving Game?
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TENS (The Episcopal Network for Stewardship) brings you this opportunity to partner with Vanco, a company with exceptional customer service and simple church management software integrations to help generosity soar for the benefit of your church.
Sign up with Vanco before the end of November and you’ll experience:
- Compelling storytelling and visual giving pages that bring your missions to life for anyone from first-time donors to established members.
- Free one-on-one implementation support where we’ll help you launch your online giving program with best practices used by the over 25,000 churches we work with.
- No processing fees on gifts, up to $50,000 in total, received in January.
Let Vanco help you transition from fall into a strong holiday season and an even stronger start to 2024. Request a demo today to learn more!
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Celtic Pilgrimage to Wales and Ireland’s Ancient East
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May 18-30, 2024 | $4,550 Registration
Explore the lands of saints and poets, tracing the roots of Celtic Christianity.
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May 22-June 1, 2024 | $3,183 Registration
The Portuguese Camino pilgrimage scheduled for next May is filling up fast, with only a few spaces left! Don’t miss out on this unique pilgrimage experience walking the Way of St. James through northern Portugal then crossing the Spanish border into Galicia and, finally, to Santiago.
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Compline Choir Pilgrimage to England’s Historic Cathedrals
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August 1-19, 2024 | $4,950 Registration
Join the Compline Choir as a companion pilgrim to three of England’s most storied and historic cathedrals part of the Season of Pilgrimage through the Wisdom School at Saint Mark’s Cathedral.
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September 30-October 9, 2024
All are welcome to join The Rev. Canon Carla Robinson, The Rev. Canon Britt Olson, and The Rev. Bryon Hansen in October 2024 for a transformative 10-day civil rights pilgrimage from Atlanta to Memphis!
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Passing the Baton: A Workshop for Congregational Leader Transitions
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January 13 & March 16, 2024; 9:00 am | Online | $200 Registration
A Zoom workshop providing practical transitional and spiritual support for faith community lay leaders as they conclude their term on a Vestry, Council, or Board.
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February 2-5, 2024 | Holden Village, Lake Chelan | $306 Registration
Visit Holden Village for a winter weekend of relationship, learning, and rejuvenation.
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February 10, 2024; 8:00 am | Brightwater Center, Woodinville | $50-60 Tickets
Doxacon Seattle is a fan convention exploring the intersection of the Christian faith with speculative fiction, gaming, and pop culture.
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Safe Church Online Update
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In accordance with The Episcopal Church’s Safe Church, Safe Communities program, Universal Training is now offered for certification for Children/Youth and Vulnerable Adults. Universal Safe Church training fosters a culture of safety and inclusion for all people and covers a broad overview of issues of vulnerability, power, and healthy boundaries. Universal Safe Church training is designed to equip all people to live out their Baptismal Covenant.
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The following job opportunities are now open at churches and organizations across Western Washington.
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ITEMS AVAILABLE / IN SEARCH OF ITEMS
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Godly Play Curriculum Available
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Resurrection, Bellevue is looking for a new home for their complete Godly Play curriculum. Please inquire at their church office by calling 425.746.0322.
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