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| Guest E-pistle The Rev. Canon Timothy DombekCanon to the OrdinaryOne of the most attractive things I learned about the Diocese of Arizona as I was discerning about and interviewing for this position was how the bishop expected his Canon and program staff to be out in the field on a regular basis, to be in churches and working with congregations. What a commitment from the bishop's office, to be on the ground regularly in missions and parishes across the diocese and not only there during the Episcopal visit for confirmation. I can't recall ever seeing such a commitment as that before, and I wanted to be a part of that kind of ministry to congregations.
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PHOENIX - Lyle Skillen is a firm believer in strength for peace and as a result he's not what you might expect from a self-described conservative. Skillen, who retired from the U.S. Navy after 21 years - 17 of those as a special operations technician supporting the SEALs with training as an emergency medical technician, just returned to Arizona after a second voluntary tour to Darfur doing humanitarian work. He's also a member of the grassroots campaign, Arizona Department of Peace. Skillen, 49, said George Washington wanted both departments of war and peace, but the war department prevailed. (If you look at the $1 bill it has an eagle clutching 13 arrows symbolizing war and a laurel branch symbolizing peace.) After retiring from the Navy, Skillen worked as the Charter School Liaison for the Arizona Department of Education. But several things happened that made him rethink what he was doing. One of the things that made an impression on him was meeting some of the Lost Boys of Sudan at St. Stephen's, Phoenix. That put a face to a global issue. "It's much more personal," he said. Continued at: http://azdiocese.org/dfc/newsdetail_2/342 | Hall honored at UA commencement
| TUCSON - Matt Hall was one of six students honored with achievement medals during The University of Arizona's 138th Commencement Ceremony held Saturday, May 17 at McKale Memorial Center. Outstanding UA students are those who have demonstrated above-average scholastic ability, citizenship, leadership and promise for the future. Freeman Medals, Robie Medals and Nugent Awards recognize well-rounded individuals whose contributions through co-curricular and community activities and leadership have had a positive impact on the University and surrounding community. Continued at: http://azdiocese.org/dfc/newsdetail_2/344 | Chew receives honorary CDSP degree | BERKELEY, Calif. - Matt Chew of St. Stephen's, Phoenix, and retired Treasurer of The Episcopal Diocese of Arizona, received an honorary degree from Church Divinity School of the Pacific on Friday, May 23 at the Berkeley campus. Chew, a CPA, is a former member of the CDSP Board of Trustees, and a former trustee of the Church Pension Fund. Continued at: http://azdiocese.org/dfc/newsdetail_2/310 | Shameless commerce department . . .
| Laura Smith, Bishop Smith's wife, has a website about icons for contemplative prayer at ikonarts.net. Net proceeds from sales of all icons, prints, cards, and commissions go to relieve extreme global poverty through participation in the Millennium Development Goals. | Alleluia Fund benefits missions | Remember Arizona's Alleluia Fund. It builds new churches and supports new growth initiatives in existing churches! Your contribution of money, stocks, or land will make a vital difference. For more information, contact Carol D. Maher at either (623) 455-9515 or alleluiafund@azdiocese.org.
You can also support the Alleluia Fund by purchasing items from our CafePress store. | New ad focuses on faith in action | Episcopal News Service - Highlighting community outreach across the Episcopal Church and the theme "Put Your Faith to Work," new print and video advertisements are scheduled to debut starting May 22 for a summer run in public media.
The first of a series of print ads -- headlined "Get Closer to God. Slice Carrots," -- is scheduled to appear in USA Today May 22-23. The accompanying video spot is targeted for the CNN Headline News/Airport Channel during peak holiday travel times, including the Memorial Day weekend.
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| | To the best of my knowledge, every single church, mission, and preaching station within the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona now has (at least) a very basic website. Please go to www.azdiocese.org/map/list.html and check your church's website and its posted information and let me know of any changes that need to be made. Peace, Greta Huls Communications Officer Episcopal Diocese of Arizona | | | |