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Diocesan Highlights
Clergy Family Day at Camp St. Christopher May 26
Join with other clergy and their families for a time of fellowship, food and fun, music games and prizes. The gathering, at Camp St. Christopher, will last will last from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. All are asked to bring a favorite salad or dessert to share. RSVP by May 15 to Susan Burns. Read more.
Opportunities for Growth, Healing, Renewal and Prayer
"To the Ends of the Earth" Mission Week at St. John's Parish, John's Island May 4-11
Join St. John's Parish for a dynamic Missions Week. Guest speakers include Pastor Peter Chernyavsky of the Ukraine, the retired Archbishop of Uganda, Livingstone Nkoyoyo and the Rt. Reverend FitzSimons Allison the retired Bishop of South Carolina. Learn more.
Love and Respect - Holy Cross Sullivan's Island Offers Marriage Retreat, May 9-10
Learn more!
Making Your Worship Team Sound Better - An Evening with Andy Piercy, May 12
Andy will demonstrate, with a live band, How to apply simple & practical tips to help improve the way YOUR band can sound. 7-9:15 (6:30 snacks), Saint James Church, 1872 Camp Rd., James Island, Questions? Call Pam: 843-270-4834. Learn more.
Social Ministries Offers Next Steps Training, May 14, June 18, July 23
The Department of Social Ministries will offer NEXT STEPS database training at Agape Ministries of Charleston (727-729 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29403) on Wednesdays May 14, June 18, and July 23, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please contact Ed Dyckman at 843-367-5647 or edward.dyckman@att.net for information and to register.
St. Andrew's, Mt. Pleasant, Offers "Soaking Prayer," May 17
Dr. Barbara Boatwright will teach on "Experiencing the Lord's Presence" followed by soaking prayer sessions featuring music by St Andrew's worship team, Saturday, May 17 from 9:30 to noon. St. Andrews is located at 440 Whilden Street in the Old Village of Mt. Pleasant. For more information, visit www.samp.cc or contact Beth Sires.
A Seaside Retreat, An Offering for Senior Adults, Camp St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center, June 1 – 4
The Rev. Bob Ott (Holy Cross, Sullivan’s Island) will lead this year’s Seaside Retreat at St. Christopher. The theme for this year’s retreat is “Spirituality in Your Senior Years.” The cost of the entire program is $349/person for a single occupancy and $295/person for a double occupancy for three nights. This includes all meals and activities for four days and three nights. You may register online at www.stchristopher.org or by picking up a 2008 Seaside Retreat brochure at your church and mailing in the registration form.
HIV/AIDS Retreat at Kanuga Conference Center, June 6-8
Each June, Province IV operates a retreat for people with HIV/AIDS and their caregivers. The retreat’s location is the Episcopal Diocese’s Kanuga Conference Center in western North Carolina. To learn more, download the brochure. You may donate to this ministry by visiting the website of Social Ministries, click the ministries tab and the HIV/AIDS ministries section.
New Wine USA at St. Andrew's Mt. Pleasant, June 19-22
New Wine USA 2008 will take place June 19-22 and will feature internationally known author and speaker RT Kendall. Worship will be led by Vineyard worship leader Eoghan Heaslip. The theme of this year’s conference is Kingdom Come. The conference has moved this year to St. Andrew’s Church in Mount Pleasant. New Wine USA features teaching by world class speakers, passionate worship, and spirit-filled ministry. Learn more!
The Marriage Conference, St. Michael’s Charleston, June 27
Nicky and Sila Lee, co-authors of The Marriage Book will be at St. Michael’s for a one-day training event June 27. visit www.marriagecourseusa.org or call 866-872-5742 to learn more.
Diocesan Married Couples Retreat, Camp St. Christopher, August 1 – 3
The 10th annual Diocesan Couples Conference will be held at St. Christopher August 1-3, 2008. The Rev. Chuck Owens and his wife Becky will lead a program titled, “Marriage: Matching + Complementing.” The Couples’ Conference is a weekend retreat designed to strengthen and renew Christian marriage. We will have strong Biblical teaching as well as time for small groups, praise and worship, fellowship with other Christian couples, and time to spend with your spouse. The cost is only $310 per couple for the weekend with a $75. Download the brochure and registration for more information
Special Events
Installation of The Rev. Rick Luoni as Rector of St. George’s Summerville, May 7
Join Bishop Lawrence and the congregation of St. George’s at 7 p.m. for the installation service.
All Saints Parish, Waccamaw Episcopal Church, Organ Dedication Concert, May 18.
All are invited to the organ dedication concert Sunday, May 18 at 4 p.m. A reception will follow. The concert will feature Dr. Ron Davis, Associate Professor of Music at Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina and also organist for First Baptist Church of Greenwood, South Carolina. All Saints Parish Waccamaw Episcopal Church is located on Highway 17, 10172 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, South Carolina.
Calvary Episcopal Church will Sponsor The Rockaway Review, May 21
The Rockaway Revue, a group of senior citizens between the ages of 65-85 will present “I’ll Take You There,” a musical review at Sterrett Hall (on the former Naval Base, North Charleston), Wednesday, May 21, at 7:00 p.m. The group will celebrate its 36th year and its 28th year touring the Southern States. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased by contacting Calvary Episcopal Church at 723-3878
Grace Church, Charleston, Tea Room, May 26-June 6
Grace Episcopal Church, Charleston will hold its 17th annual Tea Room May 26-June 6 to raise money for local outreach organizations. The Tea Room serves lunch Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Visitors are also invited to visit the Church Mouse Boutique. The shop will be open from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. daily during the Tea Room. Grace Church is located at 98 Wentworth Street, near the College of Charleston campus. For the complete menu, please visit www.gracechurchcharleston.org
“Play for the Child” Golf Tournament, York Place, June 6
On June 6, the 26th Annual Gene Knight “Play for the Child” Golf Tournament will take place. Proceeds from this event go directly to benefit the children at York Place. For more details or an entry form, please contact the York Place Development Office 803-684-4011, ext. 1014, or visit www.yorkplace.org
Opportunities for Children and Youth
Summer Camp at Camp St. Christopher June 6 – August 16
Children K-2 through 12th grade will enjoy time at Camp St. Christopher this summer. There are 11 separate age-based sessions. The sessions and registration information can be found at www.stchristopher.org
Summer Enrichment Program, June 9 – July 25
St. Andrew’s Mission is sponsoring a Summer Enrichment Program for children ages 5 – 12. The program will run Monday – Friday, June 9 – July 25 from 8 a..m. to 4 p.m. Read More.
Growing Leaders – Student Leadership Camp, St. Christopher’s August 11 – 15
The first Student Leadership camp for high school students (and those about to enter college) will be held at St Christopher Conference Center August 11-15. The cost is $300. Space is limited. More information is available at www.stchristopher.org
