May 12, 2016 - Issue 305

Intergenerational Dinner - May 15th

Our next Intergenerational Dinner will be held on Sunday, May 15th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. We will join together in the spirit of Pentecost to celebrate the diversity of our church, community, and whole world with worship and activities designed to engage a wide range of ages. Intergenerational events are open to all parishioners. Dinner will be provided ($7/person or $18/family suggested donation).

Happening Next Week

Monday, 5/16

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Community Garden Work

Tuesday, 5/17

9:30 a.m. Anglican Rosary, Parlor

Wednesday, 5/18

5:00 p.m. Church open for Prayer

5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Church

6:00 p.m. Dinner, Parish Hall

6:30 p.m. Adult Formation: Christian Relationships, Library

6:30 p.m. Bible Workbench, Parlor

7:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room

Thursday, 5/19

10:00 a.m. Daughters of the King, Library

Saturday, 5/21

8:50 - 9:50 a.m. Jail Ministry, Durham Co. Jail

Michelle Lanier on "The State of Things"

Congratulations to St. Philippian Michelle Lanier. Michelle was interviewed last week on WUNC's The State of Things about her work on the role of oral history and civic engagement. She's the director of the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, teaches at Duke, and serves here as a member of our Justice and Reconciliation Ministry, volunteers in our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd children's formation program, and in other ministries. You can listen to her interview at: http://www.tinyurl.com/zd8wyab.

Adult Formation

Sundays 10:00 a.m., Parish Hall

On Sundays in May, the clergy will lead a series of discussions focusing on the different Marks of Mission. We will learn about each mark and the different ways these ministries are lived out in our work here at St Philip's and in the world around us.

May 15th: The Second Mark of Mission:To teach, baptize, and nurture new believers: Formation and Fellowship Ministries, led by the Rev. Sally French

May 22nd: The Third Mark of Mission: To respond to human need by loving service: Outreach, led by the Rev. Sally French

May 29: The Fourth and Fifth Marks of Mission: (4) To transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and pursue peace and reconciliation: Social Justice Ministries; and (5) To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth: Creation Care Ministries, led by the Rev. Jonah Kendall

Please note: there is no formation on Sunday, June 5th due to our Parish Picnic (services at 8:00 and 10:00). Our Summer Formation programs begin on Sunday, June 12th.

Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.

Library:

Wednesday, May 18th: Christian Relationships: What does it mean to have a Christian relationship with a spouse, a partner, friend, or a child? How do you manage conflict? How do you offer support? What makes Christian relationships different from others? Come join Sally and Jonah, as together we discuss our relationships in the context of our faith and the love of God.

Wednesday, May 25th: HB2: A Roundtable Discussion: The North Carolina General Assembly's House Bill 2 opens the door to potential discrimination throughout our state. The Episcopal Bishops of North Carolina have released a statement condemning the Bill for the ways in which it promotes the marginalization of people. As Christians, we are called to "strive for justice and peace, and to respect the dignity of all people" (BCP page 305). Join Jonah for a discussion of HB2 and our call to respond with inclusiveness and love.

Please note: May 25th is the last Wednesday evening program for the academic year. Bible Workbench continues year-round, dinners and other formation offerings resume in September. As always, the Eucharist will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Chapel.

Weekly - Bible Workbench: Each session is led by a member of the group using materials from the Bible Workbench program for a broad and inclusive discussion that is always interesting, informative, and often non-traditional. It's great preparation for the coming Sunday and all are welcome. Meets in the Parlor.

St. Philip's and UMD Collaborative

Thank you to all volunteers and participants at the Beloved Community luncheon and for all the donations! The total weight for the drive was 1,140 pounds of food. This is fantastic and a great boost to our neighbors as they prepare for summer! Donations are always welcome and can be left on the UMD donation table in the Parish Hall on any Sunday.

Most needed items currently:

pasta, red sauce, peanut butter, canned chicken, deodorant, razors, and new socks and underwear for men, women, and children.

Upcoming Opportunities:

Thursday, June 2nd, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Food & Clothing Pantry Volunteer Opportunity

Saturday, June 4th, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 pm. Community Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity

For more information or to get involved contact Lauren Goslin (laurenckgoslin@gmail.com).

Spring Art Show: Final Day!

Sunday, May 15th is the last day of our Parish Art Show, Diversities of Gifts.

Artists can pick up their work beginning Wednesday, May 18th: from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Friday, May 20th and Sunday after the 9:00 and 11:00 services.

The works will be in the Rector's office and can be signed out at the reception desk. To make special arrangements for picking up the work at another time, contact Timothy Riggs (919-530-0264; trcpc1@earthlink.net) or Beth Batson (919-346-6717; bbbatson5@gmail.com).

J2A Revisions Focus Group

The deadline for the Journey to Adulthood revisions focus group has been extended to Sunday, May 15th. If you'd like to be considered for this important group, please fill out an application (located on the credenza) and return it to Jared Grant by the deadline. This group will meet 2-3 times during the revision of the Rite-13 module (scheduled for June-September) to discuss the curriculum edits. Please contact Jared Grant or the Rev. Sally French with any questions. Please note this is an important way to participate in the revisions.

Yoga for Seniors

Join us on Tuesday, May 17th at 11:15 a.m. for a 30-minute chair yoga for seniors' class in the Parish Hall, led by Caty Kendall. This gentle program has been designed for people of all ages and is especially appropriate for those with mobility and strength issues.

Caty (Jonah's wife) is completing her training as a yoga instructor and has a special interest in making yoga accessible and inviting for all ages and levels of fitness. Come and learn more and enjoy this healthy and relaxing opportunity, followed by our Seniors' Lunch.

Seniors' Lunch

All those 55+ are invited to the next Seniors' Lunch on Tuesday, May 17th at 12:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Share a delicious meal and fellowship. Meals cost $7.00. Bring a friend. Sign up at the credenza.

This will be last Seniors' Lunch of the academic year and will resume in September.

Last Wednesday Night

Wednesday, May 25th will be the last Wednesday for dinner and most adult forum and children's activities for the academic year. Programs resume in the fall.

Holy Eucharist at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel will continue through the summer.

Prayers for Graduates

Every year, we pray by name for the members of our St. Philip's community who are graduating from schools, colleges, and universities.

If you know of any graduates to be included in our prayers on Sunday, May 29th, please let us know their name, institution, and degree by sending an email to sally@stphilipsdurham.org by Tuesday, May 24th.

Annual Picnic

It's time for our annual picnic! On Sunday, June 5th, we will have services at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., followed by a picnic at 11:20 a.m. in the St. Philip's Close (courtyard garden), with games and other activities for children in the Community Garden. Let's reduce landfill waste - please consider bringing your own reusable plates and utensils. And if possible, shop local! Consider bringing foods from your own garden, the farmers' market, or a locally owned business.

Please bring food according to the first initial in your last name:

A - L: Dessert

M-R: Salad, Vegetable or Fruit

S-Z: Main Dish

Please remember to collect your serving pieces when you leave.

Summer Worship Reminder

As with last summer, we will maintain our normal schedule of three services 8:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. throughout the entire year. We will also provide summer formation offerings for children and adults at 10:00 a.m.

Refugees in Crisis: A Multi-Faith Vigil

In response to the mass displacement and refugee crisis in Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan, a candlelight vigil is being held to raise awareness and show solidarity to the refugees Friday, May 13th at 7:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church (305 E. Main St.).

The purpose is to bring local communities together to pray for the refugees and help in any way possible to ameliorate the condition of women, children, and the elderly. Americans for Refugees in Crisis in the Triangle (ARC) and Community Peace Project (CPP) are co-organizing this event. Everyone is welcome. Call 630-335-2846 for more information.

Johnson Service Corps Invitation

Johnson Service Corps invites you to their first-annual SpiritedTalks on how faith and spirituality influence today's innovative leaders.

The keynote speaker is Dr. Harold G. Koenig, Director of Duke's Center on Spirituality, Theology and Health. Dr. Koenig and two JSC young adults will speak on their personal journeys of spirituality and leadership. Join us for an inspiring evening on Thursday, May 19th, 7:00 p.m., at Chapel of the Cross, Chapel Hill, NC. Learn more and register at www.johnsonservicecorps.org/spirited.

Join the Friends of CAN Campaign

St. Philip's is a dues-paying member of Durham CAN (Congregations, Associations and Neighborhoods). Durham CAN operates on dues from member organizations, grants and contributions from individuals participating in the Friends of CAN annual campaign. St. Philip's will be participating for a third year and we've committed to raising $1300 from individuals.

You can contribute by sending a check to Durham CAN, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham NC 27707 and noting that you are a member of St. Philip's or by contributing online www.DurhamCAN.org/donate.

The campaign runs through May 30th. Please join us in supporting this important piece of social justice work in Durham.

In This Issue

Intergenerational Dinner

Happening Next Week

"The State of Things"

Adult Formation

UMD Collaborative

J2A Focus Group

Yoga for Seniors

Seniors' Lunch

Last Wednesday

Prayers For Grads

Annual Picnic

Summer Schedule Reminder

Multi-Faith Vigil

Johnson Service Corps

Durham CAN

Worship Schedule

Sunday

8:00 a.m.
Eucharist, Side Chapel

9:00 a.m.
Eucharist, Parish Hall

10:00 a.m.

Formation Classes for All Ages

11:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist with Choir, Church

Wednesday Schedule

5:00 p.m.

Prayer, Side Chapel

5:30 p.m.

Holy Eucharist

6:30 p.m.

Bible Workbench

Bulletin & Epistle Deadline

Announcements for the Sunday bulletin and electronic Epistle are due by Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. Please submit them in paragraph form to janice@stphilipsdurham.org