February 2017 | Volume 28, Issue 1
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The Rev. Dr. Bradley S. Hauff named
Episcopal Church Indigenous Missioner
[January 26, 2017] The Rev. Dr. Bradley S. Hauff has been named the Episcopal
Church Missioner for Indigenous Ministries, a member of the Presiding Bishop’s staff.
As Missioner for Indigenous Ministries, Hauff will be responsible for enabling and
empowering Indigenous peoples and their respective communities within the
Episcopal Church. His primary focus will be leadership development, education and
ministry development opportunities by and for Indigenous peoples by recognizing and
empowering leaders from within the community.
As member of the Episcopal Church Ethnic Ministries Office, Hauff will be based in
Minneapolis, MN. Hauff will begin his new position on February 21. At that time, he
will be available at [email protected].
Hauff has been rector of All Saints’ Torresdale Episcopal Church, Philadelphia, PA,
(Diocese of Pennsylvania) since 2012. He previously served in congregations in the
dioceses of Florida, Minnesota, South Dakota and Texas. Hauff is enrolled with the
Oglala Sioux Tribe, headquartered in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. He is a speaker,
presenter and author on various Native American topics and issues.
For the church, he served on The Task Force for Reimagining the Episcopal Church
(TREC); Board of Examining Chaplains in the Dioceses of Florida and Pennsylvania;
and the Board of Trustees and adjunct faculty member at Seabury-Western
Theological Seminary, Evanston, Illinois.
In Minneapolis, he was the Director of the Adolescent Program for the Domestic Abuse
Project.
He holds a Master of Divinity from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary; a Doctor
of Clinical Psychology from Minnesota School of Professional Psychology of Argosy
University; a Master of Education from South Dakota State University; and a Bachelor
of Arts, Augustana College, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
~Episcopal Church Public Affairs~
Father Brad’s last day of service with All Saints’ is on Sunday, February 12. Please
join in worship and for a luncheon following to wish him well in his new position within
the Diocese.
More details about the transition will be made as they become available.
Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present
are certain to miss the future. Progress is impossible without change, and
those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.
To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.
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FEBRUARY AT ALL SAINTS’ TORRESDALE
Blanket Sunday and Church World Service
Collections now through mid-February
A $10 donation will fund one blanket that can be shipped out to
someone who is in great need. Please consider “giving back” to others
by making a donation of any amount on Blanket Sunday. Collection
envelopes are available in the Narthex or you can send a check payable
to “All Saints” Episcopal Church” with “Blanket Sunday” in the memo line.
Episcopal Church Women (E.C.W.)
Wednesday, February 8, 11:30am
Bring your lunch and join the ladies the 2nd Wednesday of each month in
outreach projects and events. If you have any questions, please notify
Nancy Umfer, Jo Anne Tempest, or call the office (215) 637-8787. All
Church Women Welcome!!
The Breakfast Club
Sweetheart Breakfast
Saturday, February 11, 9am - 11am
Extra tasty dishes will be added to our regular menu. It is very important
to rsvp for this one. Thank you! Send an email to Tony or Nora
at [email protected], or call the office.
Spiritual Growth
Saturday, February 11, 11:30am meeting – Friendship Hall
Following the breakfast club, meet with facilitator, Jane Esrang and
others to discuss the organizing of faith-based programs and events.
Update: The Labyrinth Walk will be rescheduled. More details to
come.
All Saints’ Day School
Dr. Seuss reading night – ALL ARE WELCOME!!
Friday, February 24, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. – Friendship Hall
Wear your p.j.’s, bring a blanket and cozy up with the family for
this night of reading.
The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more
that you learn, the more places you'll go.~Theodor Seuss Geisel~
There will be another Open House on March 15; Kindergarten from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
• Nursery & Pre-K 6:30-8:00 p.m. Also, Summer Camp registration is now taking
place! Contact (215) 637-8788 for more information.
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Pancake Supper
Tuesday, February 28, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Friendship Hall
Pancakes, sausage, bacon, fruit cocktail, sweets. NOT all you can eat…
$4 Children; $5 Adults
All are welcomed!
Cub and Boy Scouts
Cub & Scout Annual Pinewood Derby
Saturday, April 1, 9:00 to 1:00 p.m. – Friendship Hall
Did you know the first Pinewood Derby was held on May
15, 1953? The tradition of the handmade wooden car race
was started by Don Murphy, Cub Master of Cub Scout Pack
280C, Manhattan Beach, CA who said, "I wanted to devise
a wholesome, constructive activity that would foster a
closer father-son relationship and promote craftsmanship and good sportsmanship
through competition."
All are welcome to cheer on the race!
Make Your Heart Young …
The Young at Heart meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Hot
lunches are provided at every meeting. Get updated on trips, enjoy
occasional entertainment and guest speakers, play bingo, or just socialize.
If you’re 55 or older, come out for a surprisingly fun afternoon!! Contact
Dolores Ryan or the office for more information or if you need ride
assistance. (215) 637-8787.
Young At Heart & Curran Travel Group Trips
Contact Dot Thornton (267) 693-4400 or visit http://www.currantravel.com/
Pinegrove Ranch & Family Resort Vacation
October 1 to October 6
Includes: Motorcoach transportation • 5 night accommodations at Pinegrove Resort
Ranch, Catskills • Meals and more …
Virginia International Tattoo & Azalea Festival
April 28 to May 1
Includes: Motorcoach transportation • 3 night accommodations at Virginia Beach
Oceanfront Hotel • Festival admissions • Meals and more …
The Ark Encounter – Larger Than Life
Date to be decided in May, June, September & October
Includes: Motorcoach transportation • 5 night accommodations in both Columbus and
Cincinnati, Ohio • Dinner cruise • Tour admissions • Meals and more …
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CHURCH SERVICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements
On behalf of the Vestry, I wish to thank everyone who volunteered
to supply dinners for our visitors from PIHN. The program was a
great success and had been extremely appreciated. I heard many
times how accommodating our All Saints’ had been.
A special thanks to Tony Perry and John Klak for hauling our
refrigerator from the basement to the auditorium for guest use.
Even if you were not personally involved with the program this time, your weekly
support to All Saints’ has allowed us to continue our outreach programs. You deserve
a "BIG THANK YOU". ~Dolores Ryan~
The church receives many calls looking for youth groups through
our parish. Unfortunately, we do not have enough youth to form a
group. However, through the United Thank Offering of the
Episcopal Church, below is a resourceful link offering young adult
ministries and campuses.
http://www.episcopalchurch.org/posts/youngadult/young-adultand-campus-ministry-resources-and-links
A reminder to continue to donate to your United Thank Offering Box.
The collection of the boxes will be sometime in May 2017.
Church Services
Until further notice, there will be no Wednesday 6pm service. The Sunday 8:00 a.m.
and 10:00 a.m. worship services will remain.
Church Office
M-TH 8:30am-2pm; Friday 8:30am-1pm
The office will be closed on Monday, February 20 in honor of President’s Day.
Prayers of the People
WE PRAY FOR THE DECEASED
Gladys M. Dixey (May 18, 1929 – January 26, 2017)
Caroleanne Reilly (December 24, 2016)
WE PRAY FOR THOSE WITH LONG-TERM ILLNESS
OR THOSE WHO ARE HOMEBOUND
Richard Bradley, John Buntz, Marge Carter, Marion Christensen, Kathryn Currier,
Loretta Deissler, Bernice Dixey, Gloria Fensterer, Maria Fitti, Karen Fleming, James
Griffin, Borden and Mary Hoffman, Robert Hoffmaster, Joan Kelly, Rosella Laidlaw,
Dorothy Lancaster, Shawn Mallon, June MacPhearson, James Radcliffe, Trudy
Rooney, Josie Scallatino, Earl Schoen, Elizabeth Seuffert, Lorraine Sicilia, Ruth
Stansky, Janette States, Anne Terry, Matthew Vinni, Joseph Wawrzyniak
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WE PRAY FOR THE HEALING OF
Mary Carol, Kara Caulk, Mark Davis, Eric Ekberg, Jacob Jarosz, Barbara Kaufold,
Debbie Kohn, Linda Lee, Sam McGonigle, Alice Nanartowicz, Dorothy Panetta, Kim
Powell, Karen Ralston, David Shadowitz, Dorothy Sonntag, Maury Sweeney, Jo Anne
Tempest, Mary Quinn, Rose Wall
WE REMEMBER OUR MEMBERS
Gladys M. Dixey: (May 18, 19296 – January 26, 2017)
Beloved twin sister of Bernice, also survived by her brother Bernard Dixey, his wife
Patricia and their family, sister-in-law Regina Dixey (the late Norman). Sister of the
late Doris Dixey and Marion Fleming (the late John) ... Interment at All Saints’
cemetery.
B-I-N-G-0 Night (1/27/2017)
The parents of Cub Scout Pack 252
sponsored Friday night’s bingo. It was a
great night! Everyone had fun!
Thank you for supporting the pack!
~Stephanie Giel~
SHARE-A-PRAYER
Prayer for Self-Care
Dear God,
Lift me up for Your blessings today. I pray that you will anoint me
with strength and self-care. I pray that you will grace me with
patience and wisdom. I pray that You will encourage me throughout
the day to take the correct steps to walk proudly, and behave well.
~Amen
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FEBRUARY QUIZ QUESTIONS
Valentine’s Day and President’s Day
1) Who did the fictional St Valentine send his message to?
2) Today we associate love with the heart, but this wasn’t always the case. In
medieval times, which internal organ was believed to cause love?
3) St. Valentine is indeed the patron saint of love, but he has many other duties. He
is also the patron saint of: (a) Bee keepers; (b) Actors; (c) Orphans; (d) Vinegar
makers
4) It’s the eighteenth century, and your sailor sweetheart has just given you what is
called a “busk valentine”. What is it? (a) A kiss; (b) A piece of decorated whalebone; (c) A song in which the singer vows fidelity; (d) A trinket from a far-off place
5) Can you name two father and son duos who were both elected president?
6) Finish this sentence: President Teddy Roosevelt once said, "Speak softly and… "
7) Who is the oldest person ever elected U.S. President?
8) Who was the shortest president?
9) Who was the first president to hold a press conference on television?
10) How many times has President Donald Trump filed for bankruptcy?
ANSWER KEY: 1) The daughter of his jailer; 2) The liver; 3) a-bee keepers;
4) b-Decorated whale-bone; 5) George Bush & George W. Bush and John Adams
& John Quincy Adams; 6) "Speak softly and carry a big stick."; 7) "Speak softly
and carry a big stick."; 8) James Madison was the shortest and lightest president
at 5 feet, 4 inches and about 100 pounds; 9) John F. Kennedy was the first
president to hold a press conference on television; 10) 4 - While Mr. Trump hasn’t
personally filed for bankruptcy, his various businesses have on four separate
occasions.
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FEBRUARY CELEBRATIONS
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Claire Welty
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Ida Rose Behrle
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David Malley
Cecily Sanders
Shawn Smith
Walter Audsley
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Blanket Sunday Collection
Wed, 2/8
E.C.W. General Meeting
11:30 AM
Sat, 2/11
Sweetheart Breakfast
9 – 11 AM
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Lillian Chinn
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Jennifer McGraw
Patricia Ryan
Gabe Fauser
Maggie McKinney
Ruth Barrett
Mateo Sanders
Warren Mitchell
Wesley Mitchell
Sun, 2/12
Rev. Dr. Bradley Hauff’s
Luncheon after 10:00 AM
service
Thurs, 2/17
Young at Heart
12 PM
Mon, 2/20
Office Closed
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Feb 11
Charlotte & Harry Adams
Feb 27
Christine & Ty Tyson
Feb 28
Linda & Jim Asher
Fri, 2/24
Dr. Seuss Reading Night
6:30-8:30 PM
Tues, 2/28
Pancake Supper
4 – 7 PM
Sat, 4/1
The Pinewood Derby
9 – 1 PM
All Saints' Episcopal Church Torresdale
Join us in Worship & Eucharist Celebration
SUNDAY: 8 AM (spoken) & 10 AM (choir led)
We welcome all children to remain with us in service.
Read the Top Ten Reasons Children are Welcome at Our Church!
Our Sunday School program takes place at the conclusion of our
10:00AM worship service. Children and youth 3+ yrs. join us during
service until receiving the Eucharist. At that time, children continue to
their classrooms, and parents are welcome to pick up their children at
the 11:45 AM conclusion.
All Saints’ Church Office
215-637-8787
[email protected]
Rev. Dr. Bradley S. Hauff
215-637-8787 ext. 3
[email protected]
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