In this edition: Youth making an impact; Website questionnaire; Fun Fact; Did You Know?; Check it Out!; news from the community, Episcopal Church, and Anglican Church.
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Youth making an impact
at Christ Church, Dover
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“I wanted to ensure that my Eagle Scout project was something that would have an impact that could last for generations to enjoy.”
— Derek Sweet
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Right: Derek Sweet, an active member of the youth group at Christ Church, Dover, receives recognition of his work from the Rev. Chuck Weiss, during the Sunday service on July 20. The Venerable Patricia Malcolm looks on. |
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An Eagle Scout project brings life to a labyrinth that had fallen in disrepair at Christ Church in Dover. After 117 cumulative hours, with the assistance of church members and Eagle Scout Troop 903, Derek Sweet saw his vision for the renewed labyrinth at his church come to fruition. The labyrinth, a winding path used for spiritual meditation, had fallen into disrepair, being comprised of stones that had sunken into the ground over time, making sections of the path almost invisible and rendering it unusable. After hours of research, planning, and labor, the path is not only useable and beautiful, but built to be a long-lasting path for the entire community. Derek was glad to provide this service to the church, and hopes it will remain a part of the community for a long time to come. The labyrinth was re-dedicated on Sunday, 20, 2021 during the Sunday service.
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Diocese asking for your help — 5 minutes is all we need! |
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Groundwork is underway to build a new diocesan website, and your input is essential!
If you have 5 minutes to spare, please click here, to read more and complete the quick questionnaire.
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Fun Fact
Question: The often meagre stipend of early Anglican priests in Delaware (and the Americas) was sometimes enhanced by the assignment of a glebe. What is a glebe?
Clue: A glebe is medieval in origin.
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June 23 is an historic date in American history |
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On June 23, 1888, abolitionist Frederick Douglass became the first African-American to be nominated for US Vice President. |
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On June 23, 1683, William Penn signed a friendship treaty with the local Lenni Lenape Indians, an agreement kept for 60 years. |
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The Summer edition of Delaware Communion featured an article by Greg Garrett
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Poisoned by
These Fairy Tales:
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Recognizing and
Reckoning with
Racial Mythologies
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A Blessing from Lebanon
and Visual Commentary on Scripture: David and Goliath
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Cycle of Prayer in the Episcopal Church in Delaware |
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This week (week of June 20), in our diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we hold up in prayer the communications team of the Episcopal Church in Delaware. For the updated 2020-2021 diocesan Cycle of Prayer click here.
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Open Positions in the Diocese |
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St. Paul’s. Georgetown Seeks Part-Time Parish Administrative Assistant
Bilingual-Bicultural preferred.
The successful candidate must be reliable, have a professional, enthusiastic manner, a “can-do” attitude, and strong computer skills. Attention to detail, and willingness to learn also required. This is a 16-hour a week position. We offer a friendly work environment and excellent hourly rate. Interested persons please send cover letter and resume to: Sharon Mackwell, Senior Warden, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, PO Box 602, Georgetown, DE 19947
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Camp Arrowhead is urgently seeking staff for camp this summer:
- Counselors: High School graduates and up
- CITs: Juniors and Seniors in High School
- Pool and Waterfront Guards: 17+ with a free class
- Maintenance and Kitchen Staff: 16+
- Boat Driver: 18+ with life-saving certification, certification class offered free
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Mark your calendar! Annual Giving Campaign Workshops
The Episcopal Church in Delaware is excited to offer two workshops to aid parishes with their annual giving campaigns.
- Saturday, August 21, 10-12noon, Zoom
- Wednesday, August 25, 7-8pm, Zoom
More information will be coming via The Net in the July 7 edition.
Also, a letter of invitation from the Stewardship Committee ([email protected]) was sent to to the wardens, rectors, and administrative assistants.
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Painting of St. James gifted to St. James, Newport by Delaware Museum of Natural History
The Rev. Sarah Nelson, rector of St. James, Newport, was recently contacted by the Delaware Museum of Natural History's exhibit director, who reached out to St. James offering this painting that in their renovations needed a new home. It is a fascinating painting, especially as depicting the saint as a person of color.
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The Rev. Kim Capwell to step down as interim rector
After serving as interim rector of St. James' Mill Creek, Wilmington for more than a year and a half, the Rev. Kim Capwell has announced that he will be stepping down, preparatory to the calling of a new rector for the parish later this year. Sunday, July 18 will be Capwell's last service at St. James'. We thank him and continue to support St. James' as they complete their rector search.
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Congratulations to Chaplain Paula Waite ACC!
On Saturday, the Association of Professional Chaplains conducted a ceremony officially welcoming the association's newly certified chaplains into fellowship. Beebe Chaplain Paula Waite was among the honorees. The Patient Experience and Palliative Care teams congratulate Chaplain Paula on being awarded this nationally recognized credential. The Association of Professional Chaplains is the largest and most prestigious professional chaplaincy organization in the United States. Chaplains must demonstrate religious leadership, academic achievement, and clinical competence in order to be awarded certification.
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Upcoming events in the Episcopal Church |
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Online Service Planned to Bless the Work of 2022 General Convention
Join a Convocation of Bishops and Deputies at 2pm on July 17, Feast of William White
The 80th General Convention of the Episcopal Church will not take place this summer as originally planned, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but bishops, deputies and others will gather for an online convocation to pray for the work of the convention, now scheduled for July 2022. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will preach, and House of Deputies President Gay Clark Jennings will give opening remarks and officiate at a service led by deputies, bishops, and others from across the church. The service, which will be livestreamed, is scheduled for the Feast of William White, the only person ever to serve as both the church’s presiding bishop and president of its House of Deputies. More information
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News from the Episcopal Church and beyond |
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Evangelism Matters: The Discipline of Hope
Digital Resources for Evangelism Discernment and Ministry are now available. These resources, recorded as part of the 2021 Episcopal Evangelism Audioconference, aim to help the whole church – from people merely interested in evangelism to those who identify as evangelists – embrace the ministry and practice of evangelism, and discern where God is leading. Resources include:
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Nine podcast/audio episodes: six in English and three in Spanish. Each podcast episode contains three 18-minute talks led by leaders on evangelism and discipleship. Learn more about our presenters here. Listen to the podcast episodes here.
- Eight video recordings, (six in English, two in Spanish,) of the corresponding Coffee Hour Conversations with our presenters which were hosted over Zoom.
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Episcopal Church reiterates opposition to anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination after Supreme Court foster care ruling
The Episcopal Church is responding to the United States Supreme Court’s ruling in a pivotal case about religious groups’ anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination by expressing support for same-sex parents and concern about the case’s implications. More information
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Churches Uniting in Christ releases summer resources: ‘Juneteenth, July 4th and Labor Day Through the Lens of Racial Equity’
Churches Uniting in Christ (CUIC), a dialogue among ten Protestant faith communions in the U.S., announces the release of new ecumenical resources for local congregations to utilize during the summer season. The resources, available here, are designed to help churches experience Juneteenth, July Fourth, and Labor Day, through the lens of racial equity. More information
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The Hybrid Church, What is it? Part 1
When pandemic restrictions were thrust upon all areas of life, many in the Episcopal Church transferred to an online alternative for worshiping to maintain connections and spirituality. But now that restrictions are being lifted, three overriding questions arise: Will churches return solely to in-person worship? Or will churches opt for online only? Or will a hybrid emerge that captures the essence of church and fills many needs? The hybrid church uses both online and in-person worship. An examination of hybrid church evokes various, albeit fundamentally similar, attitudes. Read full article here.
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‘Investing as Doing Theology’ Offers Compelling Snapshot of Episcopal Institutions
New Task Force publication highlights 15 investment stories
An organic movement of faith-informed investing is growing within The Episcopal Church, according to a task force that identified and examined the practices of 15 such investors. The findings are chronicled in Investing as Doing Theology, a newly published and acclaimed Blue Book report for the church’s 2022 General Convention. More information in English and Spanish.
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Episcopal Church prepares for release of new prayer book translations
Spanish, French, Haitian Creole versions to be available for feedback
The Episcopal Church is pleased to announce the upcoming release of trial translations of the Book of Common Prayer in Spanish, French and Haitian Creole and plans to seek feedback from native speakers in those languages. More information in English, Spanish, and French.
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News from the Anglican Communion |
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A new Archbishop of Alexandria and Moderator of Pakistan have been installed as Burundi looks forward to its new Archbishop in August. More information
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