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Ethnic Ministries
Circles of Color
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Diocese of Olympia
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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
January 28, 2023
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With Carla+'s full week of travel and planning for the Leading Women Conference, she's hitting pause on her weekly word.
How are we doing? We grieve and pray for Tyre Nichols and his family, along with all of the victims of mass shootings in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay. This week has felt especially heavy for communities of color as gun violence and police violence continue to expose how far our country has to go in becoming Beloved Community. We pray you all are able to take some moments to rest, hydrate, and care for yourselves and your loved ones this weekend. If you'd like to read Bishop Curry's pastoral word following the murder of Tyre Nichols, you can read it here.
We are grateful to be in community together. We look forward to gathering for our Full Circle meeting and the relaunch of our Clergy of Color Circle next week. Until then, take good care and let our office know if you need any support.
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In love and service,
Carla+ and Adrienne
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Edie Weller and family
Our community lifts prayer for the Rev. Edie Weller, whose husband John Weller passed away a few weeks ago. We mourn with the Weller family, hold them in our prayers, and stand with them in their grief. We pray especially for Edie, Bryan, and Liz, the rest of their family, as well as all who knew and loved John. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
John's service will be held March 18th at Saint Mark's Cathedral. Time and other details to come.
Fred and Kris Jessett
Our community lifts prayer for the Jessetts as they mourn the death of their eldest daughter, Victoria Miller. This was very unexpected for Fred and Kris and they request our prayers for themselves and especially for their daughter's children. We pray for comfort and God's presence to be apparent to them as they journey with grief. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
If you'd like to send a card of sympathy, the Jessetts' address is 5309 South Myrtle Ln. Spokane, WA 99223.
Vinh Do and family
Our community lifts prayer for Vinh's mother who is in the ICU with pneumonia. We pray for her healing and strength to be restored, and for wisdom and compassion to guide her medical providers. We pray also for Vinh and the rest of their family as they navigate this difficult time. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
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Timi Vann and family
Our community lifts prayer for Timi Vann who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. She will be undergoing surgery on February 1st. We pray for a successful surgery for Timi and that she, her girls, and husband Brian would be held in love by their community and the care of Timi's medical team. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
If you'd like to send a card of sympathy, the Vanns' address is 5056 36th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105. Additionally, their Meal Train is up and running! You will find updates as well as opportunities to send meals donations, gift cards, and other forms of support to Timi and the family.
Carlos and Julianna Caguiat
Our community lifts prayer for Carlos and Julianna as they continue to deal with various health concerns. We pray especially for Julianna and those who care for her, that answers would become clear as to why she has had trouble walking and that she would experience ease in walking again. We pray also for Carlos and his medical team as they continue treating his condition. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
If you have additional prayer requests, please send them to Adrienne.
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Circles Spotlight: Stay Tuned!
At our last Full Circles meeting, the Black/African American Circle elevated a desire to share more from around our Circles in the weekly newsletter. Check this space as we highlight Clergy of Color, Circles members, and other offerings from the community!
If you would like to spotlight yourself or others, or would like to highlight resources, books, events, liturgies, or anything else, please send them to Adrienne.
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Remembering the victims of the dance studio shooting in Monterey Park | |
Fr. Alfredo was in the Washington Post earlier this week after attending a vigil for the victims and community of Monterey Park. He says: We were present as a church in Monterrey Park.
We thank him for bearing witness in his solidarity with the community and our AAPI siblings.
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Indigenous people on the 'front lines' of climate solutions | |
This article was shared by Boneta Campbell. You can find and share more articles via our Facebook!
Indigenous issues took center stage Wednesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. National Congress of American Indians President Fawn Sharp, Quinalt, told world leaders that Indigenous knowledge and lands are key elements in a global climate change strategy. "The very place where my ancestors signed our treaty is now underwater, and we are not alone," she said.
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Circles + Creation Care follow up
Last week, Carla+ offered these reflections on how climate justice intersects our work in the Circles:
- The first thing God asked of human kind was to care for the earth.
- We only have one Earth to live on. If we kill the Earth we kill us, all of us.
- Issues around creation care and climate justice disproportionately impact people of color, all around the world and here in the USA.
Here is an additional reflection to consider from Peach McDouall:
"Racism is the lever being used to prevent meaningful action on every single policy initiative that might protect our planet. The Party of No...use[s] racist dogwhistles to intimate that planet protection is part of the 'woke' agenda. It's working for them really well."
Let us know if you have any follow up thoughts on this conundrum or other reflections.
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Creation Care Advisory Committee Seeks Members
The committee is currently formulating and discerning how to best connect the dots between parishes to collaborate and share Creation Care and climate justice resources, events, actions, and liturgies.
To faithfully represent the diverse networks, perspectives, and unique climate impacts experienced throughout our diocese, we are seeking additional committee members. Youth/young adults, Circles of Color members, and folks beyond the 1-5 Corridor/Seattle Metro area are encouraged to get in touch with Adrienne if interested or if you have any questions.
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Circle Members' Creation Care Workshops
Activating Faith Communities for Climate Action | Adrienne Elliott
Watch the video below to learn more about what our diocesan effort may look like through the experience of the Diocese of San Diego. This Capstone presentation was duplicated at the Diocese of Olympia's Convention but not recorded.
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A Conversation between Science and Indigenous Worldview towards Repairing Christianity’s Relationship with Creation | Rev. Rachel Taber-Hamilton
This Convention workshop considers the worldview and theological constructs of Western/Christian history that continue to have a devastating impact on dominant culture’s relationship to the environment, additionally contributing to challenges in a fully developed Christian theology of Creation Care and actually inhibit a fully developed spiritual relationship with Creation. The proposed solution is found in the emerging science of physical cosmology as further illuminated (or spiritually informed) by Indigenous cultural cosmology. Not only does this dialogical approach contribute to a healed/holistic Christian creation theology but also moves towards a much-needed reconciliation with Indigenous peoples by a certain deconstruction of the colonial Christian worldview.
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Community Request: Support South Sudanese Orphans Displaced by Climate Change-Induced Floods | Join the Rev. Mary Bol and the Circles of Color in providing life-saving food and mosquito nets to orphans displaced by severe flooding in South Sudan. Learn more and find out how to donate by following the link below. | | | |
Rev. Pauli Murray (July 1 feast day) from the Pauli Murray Center |
Black Saints Resource for Black History Month
We are delighted to share that there is an effort underway by Sherina James, Rev. Samuel Torvend, and Christ Church, Tacoma to put together a booklet highlighting Black saints in the liturgical calendar! We will pass it on when it is available.
As the Circles have voiced a need for a BIPOC saints calendar, we will be working to expand this offering started by Christ Church to include other saints of color as well. Please send us any relevant materials as we begin gathering biographies, photos/art, and liturgies to celebrate these faithful ancestors!
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I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter
January 13 - February 4 | Seattle Rep, $20-$72
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Katya Nemec is attending this play and offers it as an event that the Circles may be interested in!
As she grieves the death of her older sister, Júlia Reyes faces pressure to put her own dreams of becoming a writer on hold. She finds herself caught between her family's expectations and the less than perfect life she grapples with every day as a 15 -year-old growing up in Chicago.
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January 29
Christ Church, Puyallup (yes, again)
February 5
Christ Church, Blaine
February 12
St. Anthony's, Silverdale
February 19
St. James, Kent
February 26
Holy Cross, Redmond
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Want to share events from your parish or community?
Email details to Adrienne by Friday.
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The Episcopal Church Office of Indigenous Ministries hosted Winter Talk 2023 both in-person and online, January 21-23, 2023, at the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. Click the link to view recorded sessions, including one with our own Rev. Rachel Taber-Hamilton! | | | |
Celebrate Lunar New Year
Now through early February | Statewide
| For millions of people around the world, Lunar New Year is all about new beginnings. It's a time for family parties, vacations and reunions, as well as cultural gatherings that connect the greater community. For anyone wishing to celebrate Lunar New Year in Washington State, there are many events to choose from, including activities for kids and families. | | | |
Wing Luke Museum Lunar New Year Fair 2023
January 28 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Seattle's Chinatown-International District
| Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit at Wing Luke Museum’s annual Lunar New Year Fair! Learn about Lunar New Year celebrations and join a variety of family-friendly activities. Lion Dance is free to the public, other activities and tours require museum entry tickets. | | | |
Artist & Curator Conversation: Alison Moritsugu, Erin Shigaki, and Sarah Freeman
February 2 @ 7:00 pm | Zoom and Facebook Live
| Artist Alison Moritsugu, Densho community activist and artist Erin Shigaki, and curator Sarah Freeman discuss Moons and Internment Stones, an exhibit of paintings of the moon and of stones collected by Moritsugu's grandfather in the Santa Fe Internment Camp during World War II. | | | |
WALK IN LOVE: A Marriage Prep Workshop for Busy People
February 4 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Zoom
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The Rev. Danae Ashley is offering a premarital counseling workshop using the Prepare-Enrich Assessment materials and her skills as a licensed marriage and family therapist.
This opportunity is great for couples who have never been married before or for couples who have been divorced once. Registration and payment details below. Email Mother Danae with any questions.
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Diocesan Youth Confirmation Program: 2023
Sundays, February 5 - April 16 @ 6:30 - 8:00 pm | Online
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The Diocesan Youth Confirmation Program is back for a second year!
All youth, ages 13 to 18 (seniors in high school), are invited to come along on this Confirmation journey as we explore, learn, grapple, and discover what we believe and why. This is a 10-week series.
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Queer Theology Workshop with Hugo Alas
February 18 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Zoom
| Saint Mark's is hosting a Queer Theology event in collaboration with the Santa Marta Center for LGBTQI+ Youth in El Salvador. In this workshop, we will understand what queer theology is, analyze the relationship between theology, sexuality, gender and sexual orientation, and critique the assumptions institutional religions have about gender and sexuality. Register below. | | | |
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AAPI Gathering with Holy Apostles
February 19 @ 12 pm | Holy Apostles, Bellevue
| The AAPI Circle invites all to join in worship and fellowship at Holy Apostles! In addition to a baptism, we will be celebrating 3 Chinese martyrs whose feast day is February 19th. We will spend time together over lunch afterwards. Please RSVP below so we can get a headcount for food! | | | |
Next Full Circle Meeting
Wednesday,
February 1, 2023
3:00 pm
Bishop +Melissa joins us to discuss:
1. Circles’ priorities in this interim transition period
2. What the diocese should focus on in the interim
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Alzheimer's Support Group
If Alzheimer's has touched your life in some way, you're not alone. A group of Circles members meets Saturday mornings to share in community together. Contact Jerry Shigaki for more info.
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2023 Calendario Liturgico
If you would like to request free 2023 liturgical calendars from TEC's Latino Ministries published by CPG [Church Pension Group], please complete this form and indicate how many calendars you need.
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Los Angeles bishop asks for prayers and action after Lunar New Year mass shooting | |
Episcopal News Service] The Diocese of Los Angeles is inviting prayers and support for the people of Monterey Park, California, where 10 people were killed in a shooting on Jan. 21 during celebrations for the Lunar New Year holiday.
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For the competitive Circle members amongst us (let's leave baseball out of this!), check out this fun Lenten practice! It is included as a resource offered by The Episcopal Church for Lent through Forward Movement.
This year's bracket features a few BIPOC saints, including Chief Seattle! Get your scorecard in order, vote for your favorite saints, and learn more about these faithful ones. Lots of info on the site!
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