Salvation. Marcus Borg calls this word "a loaded word."  Author Kathleen Norris calls it one of her "scary words"-included in a group of words like "incarnation," "revelation," "atonement," etc.

"Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself..." -Philippians:2:5-7

We're on the hunt for some awesome adults who would like to volunteer to be camp counselors! If you know someone who is 18 years or older, has graduated high school, and who would be willing to go through the Safeguarding God's Children program, be subject to a background check, and ready to be part of a faith community, please send them to the Camp EDOW website to learn more and find a staff application!

Equipping the Saints Workshops

At Convention, Bishop Mariann proposed that the Diocesan focus in the coming years be one of strengthening and equipping parishes throughout the diocese for ministry. This multi-year process began at Convention with the plenary and workshops. Nearly all those who attended the Convention workshops expressed interest in further conversation. As way to begin, we will offer continuing workshops that are based on, but will go slightly deeper than, the Convention sessions. Workshop leaders commit to hosting the sessions, demand permitting. Registration is online and once ten people sign up for a workshop, the leader will poll registrants to determine a session date. Once the workshop date is established, we will advertise it so that others might join. Read Bishop Mariann's letter outlining initiatives for the coming year and register for the workshops

Seeking Church House Office Assistant

Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, sort and distribute mail. Regularly check supply room for orderliness and place orders for hospitality and office supplies as needed. Provide support to event coordinators; creating name badges, participant packets, etc. Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required. Experience using multi-line phone required. Familiarity with a membership database a plus. Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing required. Please submit resume by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 to khall@edow.org. 

Give yourself the gift of silence. Join the Diocesan Silent Retreat at Marriottsville, MD. April 5-7, as the Rev. Shirley Smith Graham leads us in contemplating "Christian Soul: Finding Rest as a Resident Alien"  Fee $195. Contact Margaret Bennett at bennmargar@aol.com or 202-337-3415. 

Bishops' Bike Rides 2013

The Bishop's Bike Rides will begin the spring season on April 7 at 2pm in Indian Head, MD with a Blessing of the Bikes by Bishop Mariann. After the blessing, there will be the option for 26 and 42 mile rides along the Indian Head Rail Trail. Rides are also scheduled for April 20 and May 18. Register for the rides

International Partnership Showcase

Sharing the Spirit with Honduras, Jerusalem and Southern Africa:  How You and Your Parish Can Join In: All are invited to an International Partnership Showcase on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at 3-5:30pm (presentations at 3:30pm). Representatives of partnership programs will be available to talk about how to get started and the types of activities that are most rewarding. As Bishop Mariann has said, "we are blessed with our international partnerships, and I encourage you to learn more about them." For more information and to register, visit the International Partnership Showcase page

Spring Cathedral Confirmation Services

There are two upcoming Cathedral Confirmations on May 11 and June 15 (both at 10am). Clergy please let us know by April 17th if you will be bringing candidates (how many and to which service) by replying to CathedralConfirmations@edow.org.

Camp EDOW

Rising 4th-8th graders are invited to diocesan summer camp - Sunday, July 28-Friday, August 2, 2013 at Lions Camp Merrick in Nanjemoy, MD. Activities include canoeing, archery, arts & crafts, swimming and more! Join us for faith, friends, and fun! Information available at www.edow.org/camp or like Camp EDOW on Facebook! 

Join Episcopalians and bishops from across the country in praying a public stations of the cross from the White House to Congress on March 25.

9:45am: Gather at St. John's Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square

10:30am: Stations procession begins at park across the street from St. John's

Conclude at Capitol Building for discussions with public leaders

2:00pm: Assemble at Library of Congress for public remarks of church & government leaders

2:30pm: Gather at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Capitol Hill

for Renewal of Ordination Vows

Be a Hunger Study Volunteer

The Capital Area Food Bank is gearing up for the Hunger in America 2014 study and would love the help of members from Episcopal Diocese of Washington. Volunteers will help throughout the process by interviewing clients at different agencies. The first training session will be on April 5th. Vist the website to learn more about the volunteer opportunity.

Flower Mart Service Opportunities

Find out more about opportunities to donate books and housewares or volunteer at this year's Flower Mart on May 3 and 4 at Washington National Cathedral.

March 24 - The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday

Bishop Mariann: Christ Church, Wayside

Cycle of Prayer: Calvary Church, Washington - Peter Schell, Rector; Church of the Atonement, Washington - H. Jocelyn Irving, Rector; The Church of the Redeemer, Bethesda - Susan Thon, Rector; Robin Razzino, Assistant Rector

Prayer List