For more information on Pharos visit http://www.pharosmusicproject.org For more information on music at St. Bartholomew's call 212.378.0248.
 
 
 
WASHINGTON, D.C.: Religion & Ecology Unite - - - The first of three dinner lectures that will explore religion and ecology begins this evening at 6 p.m. with dinner in the Cathedral College refectory followed by the lecture and panel discussion "Saving the Anacostia-The Forgotten River" 7-8:30 p.m. in the library. Reservations are required. A series subscription is $125, individual registrations including dinner are $50, and individual registration for lectures only are $25. Please call the All Hallows Guild at Washington National Cathedral to reserve,
202.537.2937. Proceeds benefit the garden and grounds of the Washington National Cathedral.
 
 
 
 
 
Coming October 27, 2005...
 
 
CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS: Faith and the second Millennium Development
Goal --- Boston Theological Institute, Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) and Bread for the World Institute have collaborated to present a series of lectures on Faith and the Millennium Development Goals. Charles Willie, professor emeritus, Harvard University Graduate School of Education, will continue the series on October 27, 7-8:30 p.m. at Sherrill Hall, Episcopal Divinity School, with "Achieve Universal Primary Education." 

For information on this and future lectures visit http://www.bostontheological.org; http://www.eds.edu or http://www.bread.org 
 
 
 
NEW YORK CITY: Interfaith relations panel discussion - - - On October 27 at 6 p.m. in the second-floor Parlor of 74 Trinity Place, Trinity Grants will present "The World in Our Neighborhood: Interfaith Dialogue and Social Transformation," a panel discussion exploring the perils and promise of interfaith relations. Panelists will include: Dr. Lucinda Mosher, Neighborfaith Project; the Rev. Robert Morris, Interweave; Amir al-Islam, World Council of Muslims for Interfaith Relations; and Allyson Gall, the American Jewish Committee of Milburn, NJ.
 
To RSVP, contact Matthew Heyd at 212.602.0711 or MHeyd@trinitywallstreet.org.
 
  
 
 
Coming October 28, 2005...
 
 
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA: Diocese of San Joaquin convention convenes - - - The Diocese of San Joaquin meets in convention October 28-29.
 
 
CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Diocese of New Hampshire convention convenes - - - The Diocese of New Hampshire meets in convention November 11-12 at the Grappone Conference Center. 
 
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA: Diocese of Minnesota convention convenes - - - The Diocese of Minnesota meets in convention October 28-29 at the St. Paul River Centre.
 
THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: Matt Harris combo to perform "Jazz Vespers" - - - The Matt Harris Combo will perform at a "Jazz Vespers" service, October 28, 7:30 p.m., at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church. The combo's appearance will mark the continuation of "The Arts at St. Patrick's," a performance series from August to December that integrates diverse musical styles into the church experience. Tickets are $20, available at the door, with proceeds going to the St. Patrick's Music Program. Wine and cheese will be served after the performance. St. Patrick's Episcopal Church is located at One Church Road, Thousand Oaks, CA, off El Monte Drive, one block north of Janss Road.

For more information call Steve O'Connor at 805. 495-6441.  
 
 
Coming October 29, 2005...
 
 
PINEVILLE LOUISIANA: Diocese of Western Louisiana convention convenes - - - The Diocese of Western Louisiana meets in convention October 29.
 
 
BON AIR, VIRGINIA: Boyer guest speaker at workshop - - - Dr. Horace Boyer, composer, arranger, and editor of the 1993 revision of the hymnal "Lift Every Voice and Sing," is the keynote speaker for the Southern Virginia chapter of the Leadership Program for Musicians (LPM) alumni event and workshop October 29, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 8706 Quaker Lane. Registration, which includes lunch, is $20. Current LPM students and alumni will be guests for the event.

For registration and further information call Crystal J. Jonkman, director of music at St. Michael's, at 804-272-0992 or email cjonkman@stmichaelsbonair.org.
 

 
 
Coming October 30, 2005...
 
 
PORTLAND, OREGON: Via Media series continues - - - The via media DVD and small-group exploration of Anglican faith continues at Saints Peter and Paul Episcopal Church located at 8147 SE Pine St. on October 30. Via media has been invaluable both in presenting life and faith in positive, dynamic ways to potential newcomers, and in creating a safe and warm space for present members to discuss issues close to their hearts. The session will run through November 20.

For information call 503.254.8168, email angcath@comcast.net or visit http://stspeterandpaulepiscopal.org/

WASHINGTON, DC: State Day honors Indiana - - - The state of Indiana will be honored at the October 30, 11 a.m. service at Washington National Cathedral. As part of its national ministry, Washington National Cathedral has for many years individually honored each state in the union. During worship services, the government and people of that state are prayed for.
 
For further information: http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/programs/stateday.shtml

 
 
WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Season of Creation - - - The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew will continue its Season of Creation series on October 30. Michael S. Berg, peace activist, and former teacher, will lead "World Peace: Swords into Plowshares: Restoring Justice on the Earth." The Season of Creation, series features a creative blend of contemporary liturgy and readings, together with music, dance and other art forms celebrating the majesty of God's creation and humanity's destiny within it, experiencing our kinship with all creatures, and committing ourselves to becoming instruments for the healing of Planet Earth. The next topics are: November 6 - All Saints - "Instruments for Healing: Renewing our Vision and Mission"; November 13 - Stewardship - "Ourselves, Our Souls and Bodies: Stewards of Creation"; and November 20 - The Cosmic Christ - "A New Heaven and a New Earth: The Reign of
Christ" The Rev. Canon Lloyd S. Casson. For further information visit http://www.ssam.org/seasonCreation/seasonCreation.htm

  
 
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Halloween Harvest Hoedown - - - Wear your costume, eat your favorite fall foods and swing your partner at the square dance! It's St. Mark's Cathedral Fall Festival, October 30, 12:45-2 p.m. It takes place in the Skinner Auditorium in the St. Nicholas Building North edge of the Cathedral Campus. Free will offering.
 
 
 
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA: Husband-wife duo to perform at St. John's Cathedral - - - Sunday, October 30 at 7:30pm St. John's Cathedral in Jacksonville, Florida will welcome Richard  Tanner, Organist at Blackburn Cathedral in Lancashire, England and his wife Pippa Hyde, professional soloist, as they perform in concert in the Cathedral. The husband-wife duo has an extensive musical background, having studied at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music at Oxford University. Richard and Pippa have performed in Italy, India and the United States and Pippa has recently returned from an extended tour of Europe. They have also appeared often on the BBC and have recorded several CDs. 
 

 
Coming October 31, 2005...
 
 
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Kozol to lecture at St. Mark's in Seattle - - - Jonathan Kozol, educator, lecturer and author - best known for his books on public education in the United States - will speak on "Apartheid in America: Our Public Schools" on October 31, 7:30 p.m., at St. Mark's Cathedral. This event is co-hosted by Saint Mark's Faith Formation, Elliott Bay Books, the Saint Mark's Ending Racism Group, and the Cathedral Shop. Admission is free.

For information call Josh Hosler at 206.323.0300 ext. 297 or email jhosler@saintmarks.org.
 
 
 

Coming November 3, 2005...
 
 
CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS: Faith and the fifth Millennium Development Goal --- Boston Theological Institute, Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) and Bread for the World Institute have collaborated to present a series of lectures on Faith and the Millennium Development Goals. Sabina Alkire, Global Equity Initiative, Harvard University, and author of "What Can One Person Do?," will continue the series on November 3, 7-8:30 p.m. at Sherrill Hall, Episcopal Divinity School, with "Improve Maternal Health." 

For information on this and future lectures visit http://www.bostontheological.org; http://www.eds.edu or http://www.bread.org 
 
 
 
SEWANEE, TENNESSEE: The 2005 DuBose Lecture series - - - Exploration of the theological and practical issues involved in contemporary church architecture, building, and renovation in the context of serious biblical and historical reflection will be the focus of the 2005 DuBose Lecture series, November 3-4 at the University of the South. The 2005 DuBose Lecture series is sponsored by the University's School of Theology, and is free and open to the public.  
 
For more information call the School of Theology at 800.722.1974 or e-mail theology@sewanee.edu.