By the way, most of the guests also brought a present for their friend. Over 65 lawyers from around the diocese celebrated the first Law Day Eucharist at St. Paul's Chapel on May 4th and honored Judge Charles Brieant with the Servant of Justice Award. A reception was held at the Seamen's Church Institute. Lawyers were genuinely moved by Bishop Grein's invitation and the Eucharist. If you haven't given us the names of any lawyers in your church, send them to the Rev. Richard Sloan today.
Some churches have similar events.
They are often held at the home of a parishioner or other comfortable setting. The staff and key lay leaders attend to answer questions or just talk to new members. Hospitality and generosity of spirit are important parts of your stewardship program. That's the reason the Stewardship Commission hosts the annual diocesan new clergy orientation. At the end of the year, many charities will encourage making a gift before December 31 - the last day to claim a charitable deduction for 1998.