March 30, 2022
In this edition: Striving for Justice in our Church; Parish Communications Workshop; Helping the People of Ukraine; Join Bishop Brown in Contemporary Conversations on Christian Challenges; Clergy Renewal of Ordination vows; Fun Fact; Check it Out!; Did You Know?; Upcoming events; News in the ECD community, Episcopal Church, and Anglican Communion
Striving for Justice in our Church:
Challenges and Opportunities
an opinion piece by
Sheridan Quarless Kingsberry, Ph.D
and Maria Perez Monzon, M.D.

Read article here
Mark your calendars and join the bishop!

Parish Communications Workshop
Websites | Social Media | Graphic design for the non-designer

Thursday, June 9, 9:30am–2:30pm, in-person
Location: let us know the area you would prefer

  • This interactive workshop will focus on websites for parishes — providing how to examples, best practices, tips, what works for your parish, and more.
  • Social media, graphic design for the non-designer, and e-communications will also be covered.
  • One-on-one opportunities at the conclusion of the workshop and beyond.
  • The diocese is offering one free parish website build, with training, via a drawing at the end of the day (must be present to win — one entry per parish).
  • There will be a small fee for the workshop to help cover lunch and supplies.
  • The more the merrier! Multiple people from your parish are encouraged to attend.
  • Even if just one — please come, and join us.
  • When a location is decided, let's carpool — it's a thing.
  • Speaking of location — let us know your preference of area.
  • Fun guaranteed!
  • More details and registration coming soon.
  • Questions? Need more information? No problem — contact communications@delaware.church or Cynde, 302-345-9392. We are here to help.
Invite | Welcome | Connect
Helping the People of Ukraine
St. Martha's, Bethany Beach
After Russia’s attack on Ukraine, parishioner Don Clarke of St. Martha’s, Bethany Beach, asked the Rev. Victoria Pretti, rector, if he could ask St. Martha’s Outreach Committee to collect and match donations to be sent to the Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) Ukraine Crisis Response Fund. The answer from both the Rev. Pretti and the Outreach Committee was a resounding “YES!” and a grand total of $27,070 was donated to ERD for humanitarian aid to the people of Ukraine. Read full article here
Episcopal Relief and Development
Episcopal Migration Ministries (ERD) stands ready to assist as US plans to admit up to 100,000 Ukrainians refugees. On March 24, President Joe Biden announced at a press conference in Brussels, Belgium, that the United States will accept up to 100,000 refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. In response, Episcopal Migration Ministries, which helps resettle refugees in the U.S. as one of nine refugee agencies that work with the federal government, said it is ready to welcome them. Read full article here
You are invited to join Bishop Brown
Connections: Christian Conversations on Contemporary Challenges, Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington, Saturday, April 2, 7–8pm
The Racial Reconciliation Ministry of Christ Church invites you to a special conversation on Howard Thurman’s spiritual classic, Jesus and the Disinherited, and the wider implications for racial reconciliation in the community. Join us in the Christ Church Parish Hall for a panel discussion on Thurman’s main questions from the book: what does the religion of Jesus Christ say to the disinherited, and how does Jesus challenge inherited people to live differently? Speakers include the Rt. Rev. Kevin S. Brown, Bishop of the Episcopal Church in Delaware; the Rev. Paul Daniels, theologian and Thurman scholar studying at Fordham University; and local nonprofit executive Raye Jones Avery. The evening will conclude with a dessert reception on the Christ Church grounds. Pleaser register at www.christchurchde.org/christian-conversations-post.
Diocesan Clergy Renewal of Ordination Vows
Tuesday, April 12, 9am–12noon
Broadcast live from St. Anne's Church

The worship service will be broadcast live.
The livestream link will be published in The Net next week
March is Women's History Month
In this Women's History Month, it is fitting to remember
a powerfully influential Episcopalian woman,
Madeline Korbel Albright, first woman Secretary of State
"We mourn the loss of Madeleine Albright, committed Episcopalian and trailblazing ambassador. I am particularly thankful for her guiding belief that religious leaders have an essential role to play in foreign policy, and for her Anglican sensibility in navigating difference and diversity. . ." Read full statement from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry on the passing of Madeleine Albright, in English and Spanish, here
Image: "Madeline Albright" by World Affairs Council of Philadelphia is marked with CC BY-NC 2.0.
Two Ground-breakers in Government
Jeannette Pickering Rankin (1880-1973)
Rankin was an American politician  and women's rights advocate, and the first woman to hold federal office in the United States. She was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican from Montana in 1916, and again in 1940. As of 2022, Rankin is still the only woman ever elected to Congress from Montana. More information
Image: Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives
Patsy Takemoto Mink (1927-2002)
In 1964, Mink won a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives as a Democrat from Hawaii. She was the first woman of color and the first Asian-American woman elected to Congress, and the first woman elected to Congress from the state of Hawaii. She served a total of 24 years between 1965–1977 and again from 1990-2002. More information
Image: Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives
Fun Fact

Question: Which church's silver is somewhat misleadingly inscribed as the gift of a man but was actually paid for by the estate of a woman?

Clue: The silver was made by John David of Philadelphia in 1773.

Answer: here

On this date in Christian history
Did You Know?
Pastor Dudley Tyng
(January 12, 1825-April 19, 1858)
Image: from Berean Bible Heritage
Church website
On March 30, 1858, Episcopal minister Dudley Tyng, preaching for the salvation of husbands and fathers, spoke to a rally of 5,000 men in Philadelphia. "I would rather this right arm were amputated at the trunk than that I should come short of my duty to you in delivering God's message," he said. Over 1,000 men were converted. Two weeks later, Tyne lost his right arm in a farming accident, and he died soon after. His last words, "Stand up for Jesus, father, and tell my brethren of the ministry to stand up for Jesus," inspired the hymn "Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus." Read full story here
Check It Out!
Archbishop Thomas Cranmer
(July 2, 1489-March 21, 1556)
On March 30, 1533, Thomas Cranmer was consecrated Archbishop of Canterbury, . Believing himself subject to the king, he granted annulment of the marriage of Henry VII to Catherine of Aragon, which began the English Reformation, with Cranmer as its chief architect. He also wrote the first Book of Common Prayer. Later, forced to recant his position, he was burned at the stake and steadfastly held his right hand, which “had offended” by signing the false recantations, into the flame until it was consumed. His brave and dignified end made an enormous impression. More information
Cycle of Prayer in the Episcopal Church in Delaware
This week (week of March 27), in our diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we hold up in prayer the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and Christian Council. For the 2022 Cycle of Prayer, click here.
Job Openings in Our Community
The Episcopal Church Women of Delaware is seeking a United Thank Offering Coordinator
This is a volunteer position and is an important part of our ministry. Locally and nationally there are people and print resources to assist the Coordinator. There is some urgency in our search because the new UTO Coordinator will be included in our delegation to the Triennial Meeting which will be held in Baltimore in July, concurrently with the General Convention of the Episcopal Church. Think hard, pray for inspiration, and if you or someone you know would be interested in this position, or have questions, please contact Beth FitzPatrick, ECW-Delaware President. Cell: 302-547-6109. Email: gr8art@outlook.com For position description see here.
Upcoming Events in Our Community
Please note that the youth program, Trail 2 Truth, scheduled for April 2 has been postponed
This workshop is designed to help people of European descent gain a better understanding about how their white skin privilege and the unearned benefits, that they earn daily by just having white skin, negatively affects people of color. More importantly, workshop participants will learn specific ways they can positively use their white skin privilege to become allies and help interrupt the system of racial injustice in their personal and professional lives. Register here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. More information.
Spring Social, Immanuel Highlands, Wilmington
Friday, April 1, (no fooling!) 5-7:30pm
You are invited to our Spring Social in the parlor. This is a fun opportunity to get to know our fellow parishioners in a relaxed, casual setting. A variety of beverages and delicious hors d’oeuvres will be served. Come for all or a part of the time as your schedule permits. Childcare will be provided. Questions? Please contact the Parish Office at (302) 658-7326
Worth the Weight? Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington, Saturday, April 2, 10-11am
Christ Church’s Health & Wellness Ministry invites you to join in at our Parish Hall for an informative discussion on how to drop those extra wintering and COVID pounds and get the pep back in your step! Registered dietitian Martha Henley will answer your questions on health and nutrition, and Libbie Fiechter will lead us in gentle yoga exercises that can become part of your fit lifestyle as we spring forward. A light and healthy Lenten lunch will be offered after the session. This event is free of charge; however, please register your attendance at www.christchurchde.org/health-wellness-post so we can have ample supplies.
Choral Evensong, Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington, Sunday, April 3, 5pm
Choral Evensong will be offered for the Fifth Sunday in Lent. Led by the Christ Church choir and clergy. The service will include the Phos hilaron, Schramm; Responses, Smith; Evening Canticles from Short Service, Gibbons; and the anthem, Almighty and Everlasting God, Gibbons. Assistant Organist/Choirmaster David Hearn will play a 30-minute organ prelude beginning at 4:30pm. More information
Stand Against Racism Challenge: 21 days of impactful challenges, starts Monday, April 4
This challenge is designed to create dedicated time and space to build more effective social justice habits, particularly those dealing with issues of race, power, privilege, and leadership. Each day of the challenge you will be presented with activities such as reading an article, listening to a podcast, reflecting on personal experience and more. Participation in an activity like this helps us to discover how racial injustice and social injustice impact our community, to connect with one another, and to identify ways to dismantle racism and other forms of discrimination. More information and registration
St. Barnabas’ Church, Wilmington
continues the celebration of the new Cornell-Zimmer electronic organ
with upcoming organ recitals
Sunday April 24, 4pm, Dr. Douglas-Jayd Burn, organist
Sunday, May 22, 4pm, Rodney Cleveland, organist
Mothers' Day Tea, Church of the Ascension, Claymont,
Saturday May 7, 2-4pm
There will be wonderful food and tea, and some special door prizes.  
$10 Per person to support our outreach. Door Prizes.
More information. Please RSVP 302-798-6683
News from the Episcopal Church and beyond
Foundational Spiritual Practices: Paths to Joy
Offered by the Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage at Washington National Cathedral
For those who viewed the Mission:Joy or those who read The Book of Joy, Washington National Cathedral has created some wonderful online resources that can be used by congregations and groups. 
Forgiveness as a Path to Joy | Sunday, March 20, 4 – 5:30 pm ET
Explore the four-fold path of forgiveness as we learn how to forgive not only others, but also ourselves.
Compassion as a Path to Joy | Sunday, April 3, 4 – 5:30 pm ET
The Dalai Lama has said that a daily practice of cultivating compassion is the single most important thing we can do to change the world. Explore ways to practice compassion to better love our neighbors and ourselves.
Laughter as a Path to Joy | Sunday, May 1, 4 – 5:30 pm ET
Learning to laugh at ourselves helps us learn to laugh at life. Join us as Diane Cohen leads us through a session of Laughter Yoga to bring a sense of playfulness and joy into your life. More information and registration. Options available in the drop down menu in registration. Email Terri Lynn Simpson at tsimpson@cathedral.org for more information.
News from the Anglican Communion
Anglican representatives to the United Nations celebrate the passing of a major international agreement on plastic pollution. 
This breakthrough is influenced in part by the voices and experiences they were able to share from faith communities. The United Nations Environmental Assembly (UNEA), the world’s overarching decision-making body on environmental issues, reached an historic resolution to tackle “epidemic” of single-use plastics. The resolution, proposed by Rwanda and Peru and reached at UNEA5 in Nairobi, commits signatories to reaching a legally-binding agreement on plastics by 2024. Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UN Environment Programme, said it was “the most significant environmental multilateral deal since the Paris accord". More information
The Archbishop of Canterbury held a video call with Patriarch Kirill of Moscow to discuss the urgent need for peace in Ukraine 
Archbishop Justin Welby expressed his grave concern about the war in Ukraine which he said is a great tragedy. He stressed the need for an end to the violence in Ukraine and said that war and violence is never an answer. He said we need to find ways to live as neighbours in Europe without the aggression and human suffering which have been too much part of our life and history.  Read full statement here
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