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Resources for the Conflict in the Holy Land

The Office of Government Relations in The Episcopal Church has released a webpage of resources to follow the conflict in Gaza, Palestine, and Israel. The page includes ways to take action to support the citizens affected by the conflict, statements from leaders, partner resources, prayers, social media, and a list of press releases. The page is being updated as the situation develops.

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General Convention Learning Session

The Western Deanery is offering an opportunity to meet some of our Western North Carolina deputies to General Convention (in Louisville, KY).

Thursday, May 30 | 4 p.m. | Grace Church in the Mountains, Waynesville

Acapella Concert: Asheville Barbershop Singers

The Sunday afternoon concert returns to St. Matthias with An Acapella Concert featuring the Asheville Barbershop Singers, led by Mr. Jim Gordon. There is no charge for this concert, but donations will be received. Parking and shuttle are available from the Asheville City Services lot on the corner of Charlotte and Eagle Streets.

Sunday, June 2 | 3 p.m. | St. Matthias, Asheville

Meet & Greet the Tarahumara: Our Indigenous Neighbors

A group of indigenous Tarahumara people from Northern Mexico, known for their simple lifestyles and long-distance running abilities, are visiting St. James, Black Mountain, to share about their culture and the effects of the climate crisis on their lives. Attendees can meet the Tarahumara, learn and inquire about their lives and heritage, and enjoy traditional music. This unique event aims to build relationships with our southern neighbors and provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from and connect with the Tarahumara community.

Tuesday, June 4 | 12:30 p.m. | St. James, Black Mountain

Book Sale Fundraiser for Episcopal Church Women

Find books of many kinds at a book sale to benefit the ministries of the Episcopal Church Women.

Saturday, June 8 | 8 a.m.–2 p.m. | Holy Cross, Valle Crucis

Screening of The Philadelphia Eleven

On behalf of the Foothills Deanery, the Episcopal Church of the Ascension and St. Alban's, Hickory will host a screening of the documentary that shows the story of women's ordination in The Episcopal Church. 

Wednesday, June 12 | 7 p.m. | Church of the Ascension, Hickory

The Golden Age of American Song

Broadway comes alive on Sunday, June 23 when Friends of Music at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness concludes its 2023-24 series with a varied presentation. Vocalists Lori Griswold and Matthew Ruley will be joined by the St. John Parish Choir led by Organist and Director of Music Dewitt Tipton on piano.

The program, held in the Parish Hall across Rutledge Drive from the historic hilltop church building, is free and open to the public. Parking and handicapped transportation are readily available.

Sunday, June 23 | 4 p.m. | St. John in the Wilderness, Flat Rock

RECTOR/ PRIEST-IN-CHARGE

Part-time

Christ Church, Sparta

ORGANIST/PIANIST

Part-time

St. Mary & St. Steven's, Morganton

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR

Part-time

St. David's, Cullowhee

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