The Minister of Music leads all programs that surround the musical ministry of St John’s Episcopal Church. This includes, but is not limited to, serving as the principal organist for all services, directing the Adult Choir, Youth and Children’s choirs, Instrumental groups, and providing content for the congregation’s worship services as well as coordinating for special music events including a monthly Taize service, several evensongs, and the management of an annual concert series. All efforts of the Director of Music Ministries will support St. John’s vision and ministry. Learn more about the position and how to apply HERE.
Christian Academy Seeking Middle and High School Teachers
Global Vision Christian School Broadfording (Broadfording Christian Academy) is looking for middle/high school teachers in the areas of math, science, English, or social studies. Part-time or full-time opportunities are available. Teaching opportunities begin as soon as January 9, 2023.
Feel free to spread the word to anyone interested. For more information, contact Pastor Bill Wyand at pastor@broadfording.com or call 301-797-8886 (ext. 1257).
HARC’s Interfaith Book Club resumes in January
January 12, 19 & 26, 7-8:30 pm via Zoom
In January, the group will discuss “The Book of Joy” by the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. These two holy men have survived more than fifty years of exile and the soul-crushing violence of oppression. Despite their hardships — or, as they would say, because of them — they are two of the most joyful people on the planet. With this book they answer the question: How do we find joy in the face of life’s inevitable suffering? This month’s book club is facilitated by Rev. Sandy Boyer, HARC Interfaith Coordinator. For a Zoom link, contact director@harccoalition.org. Houses of worship: consider gathering interested members in person to join via one computer to include those who don’t use Zoom and add to the fellowship. Flyer with more info
American Idea Foundation and Gatekeepers Video
Gatekeepers is a non-profit organization in Hagerstown, MD focused on helping inmates and ex-offenders re-enter and rejoin their communities following interactions with the criminal justice system. Led by ex-offenders Bill Gaertner and Keith Roys, Gatekeepers is getting people back on their feet and reintegrated into society through their Business of Living program, which is a comprehensive roadmap to help individuals lead productive lives. Gatekeepers is partnering with the American Idea Foundation & Notre Dame’s Lab for Economic Opportunities to help validate their approach using evidence and data. Check out the video to see how Gatekeepers is transforming lives and learn more about their efforts here: https://www.gatekeepersmd.org/. To learn more about the American Idea Foundation visit: https://americanideafoundation.com/.
The Interfaith Roundtable, Episode 7: The Journey of Modern Catholicism
Nativity Festival seeking local talent
Hagerstown Nativity Festival, a free community event, is looking for local talent to donate their time to perform. Examples being choirs, ensembles, solist instrumental or vocalists are all welcome. The dates of the festival are December 10th and 11th from 6-9 pm and 6-8:30 pm respectively. Time allotments will be 5-10 minutes for performances. If interested, please contact Michele Reichard at 301-343-2444 or MicheleleeReichard@gmail.com