INTERFAITH CONNECTION

Interfaith Works promotes interfaith understanding,

and serves the community through
charitable, social and educational endeavors.

MANY WAYS TO HELP THE HOMELESS

Interfaith Works began sheltering the homeless of Olympia/Lacey/Tumwater in 1990, with creation of the
Emergency Overflow Shelter, which shelters more than one hundred individuals (single women & families
with children) each winter. Since that time the number of participating congregations has grown from one
to eighteen, with about 300 volunteers participating each year. But of course, the number of homeless
needing services has also grown, and outgrown the services available in our community.
Now, Thurston County is home to hundreds of homeless people: men, women and children. We have our
first tent city, Camp Quixote -- full. Salvation Army is always full. Bread and Roses, Out of the Woods,
and Drexel House are also full with waiting lists growing. And families whose only homes are their cars or
RVs need a place to park legally overnight.
In response to these conditions and the growing need for services, Phil Owen, Outreach Coordinator of the
Family Support Center, is spearheading an effort called Close the Gap, to end local street homelessness.
As part of this effort, Phil has developed a list of ways that individuals and groups can volunteer to help.
Would you like to do more to help homeless families? Here are some options.
• Be a tent host volunteer at Camp Quixote: Minimum 2 three-hour shifts a month, flexible schedule.
• Be an overnight host at a church/temple shelter: Minimum 1 overnight shift, any day of the week.
• Homeless outreach at Family Support Center: Help homeless and at-risk families to connect with
needed services. Minimum 2.5 hours a week; flexible schedule
• Shelter Screening/Resource Referral: Work one-on-one with homeless families to identify and
provide referrals for shelter openings. Minimum 2.5 hours a week; weekday afternoons
• Donate money to support one of these efforts. Any amount appreciated!
• Encourage your congregation to host Camp Quixote, or one or two RVs for up to 90 days
Training is provided for each of these different volunteer positions. Will you help? To
learn more, about these and other opportunities, or to volunteer for any of these
positions, contact Phil Owen at 360-754-9297 x200. You can make a real difference in
the lives of hurting people!

Published Monthly by Interfaith Works, PO Box 1221, Olympia WA 98507

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Issue No. 2008-10

October 2008, p. 1
 ARTBEAT OF THE SPIRIT
Artbeat of the Spirit is the title of the 5th annual
World Sacred Music Festival, scheduled for March
7, 2009. Once again, this will be an all-day festival
with three stages, an art gallery, a marketplace and
ethnic foods. The festival committee is working
frantically to make this the biggest, best, most
diverse and successful of our festivals to date.
Artistic Director Scott Stevens has received
numerous applications of performers from all over
the world, and is now selecting and scheduling those
who will perform or present workshops. Cheri
Howe, chair of the marketplace, is recruiting
merchants and exhibiters like crazy. Chairman
Susan Apt has her hands full overseeing all the
various aspects of planning. Rich Young has been
busy preparing grant applications. Artist Lynn Ruth
is preparing to receive submissions of visual art for
the gallery. And it looks like we’ll have an event
coordinator in place before the next issue of this
newsletter.
Can you imagine how much work it is to prepare and
present such a huge event? It could be
overwhelming if there weren’t lots of volunteers,
each doing a small piece. Would you be willing to
do one small piece, or more? Here are the
IW NEWSLETTER
Please let us know if you, someone else, a faith
community or another organization would like to
receive a copy of our monthly newsletter, either by
U.S. mail or by email.
The deadline for the next newsletter is 12 noon on
Tuesday, November 11. If you have ideas for
articles, announcements, or other newsletter
items, let us know and send them in. Thanks!
— Janice Holz, IW Office Manager, 357-7224
October 2008, p. 2
volunteer opportunities available; one may be just
right for you. If so, please phone the office, 357-
7224.
Volunteers needed (2-4 hour shifts):
• graphic artist to design poster & program guide
• poster & flier distributors
• ticket sellers/takers
• stage hands
• sales clerks
• MCs
• hosts for hospitality room
• ushers
Coordinators needed:
• Food coordinator: Interface with SPSCC culinary
staff to arrange for ethnic foods to be served
during the festival (about 8-10 hours total)
• Fund/sponsorship volunteer: Seek community
sponsors for the festival (IW office will provide
volunteer with background, resources, etc.)
• Ticket/admissions coordinator: Coordinate sale,
distribution & taking of tickets
• Volunteer coordinator: Help recruit, coordinate &
schedule festival-day volunteers
ARE YOU BLESSED?
How do you express thankfulness? Through
prayer, song, dance, meditation, giving?
How do Bahá'ís, Muslims, Christian Scientists,
Unitarian-Universalists, Buddhists, Protestants,
Jews, Catholics give thanks? Want to know?
COME TO THE INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING
CELEBRATION
at Westminster Presbyterian Church
2:30 – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, November 23
and be blessed!
 ENHANCING EARTH CARE IN FAITH COMMUNITIES
by Leslie Romer
Over the last decade many faith communities have
recognized that Earth Care is part of their ministry.
The reasons range from seeing care for God’s
creation as a moral imperative, to identifying earth
stewardship as carrying out a relationship of
respect for the interdependent web of life, of which
humans are a part.
This summer, members of several local
congregations came together to share their ideas
on how we could contribute to the efforts of all local
faith communities working on earth care. We
recognize that faith communities have a variety of
interests. Some focus on improving their
organization’s facility management, while others
are providing conservation assistance or education
to their members, and others may be working to
address environmental justice issues in the larger
community.
The planning group identified four issue areas that
we thought local faith communities would want to
address in their Earth Care efforts: Food, Water,
Energy, and Teaching our Children. We also
thought it important that faith communities have
opportunities to share what we have learned
through our experiences.
With the sponsorship of Interfaith Works, we
organized an evening event at United Churches on
September 22. With about two dozen people
attending, we had informal presentations on our
four key issues followed by lively small group
discussions.
Sister Mimi Maloney and the Rev. Carol McKinley
opened the evening with a dialog on the moral
imperative of Earth Care.
Cy Englert, South Sound representative for the
North West Earth Institute, spoke about the key
food issues covered in the
Institute’s newest discussion
program: “Diet for the Future”.
These issues tie closely with both
environmental justice and earth
stewardship.
Sue Gunn, a professional geologist, outlined the
issues that will cause water supply to be a more
visible problem for individuals and institutions in the
future. She identified water as part of the
Common, and the need for laws to protect the
divinity of nature.
Connie Walker, director of spiritual programs at
Providence St. Peters Hospital, stood in for an
absent representative of Puget Sound Energy on
the issues of energy. She identified the ways that
the hospital has reduced its energy consumption,
both for financial savings and to reduce global
warming.
Sara Lewis, director of children’s religious
education at the Olympia Unitarian Universalist
Congregation, reviewed printed resources that are
available to families and faith communities that can
help build our children’s relationships with Nature.
Beyond Ecophobia, and I Love Dirt: 52 activities to
get kids interacting with Nature were two of her
recommendations.
In future articles the Interfaith Works Earth
Stewardship Committee will share the key
learnings of each discussion group — ideas that
faith communities and individuals can apply in their
own lives. The IWES Committee meets for lunch
monthly at First Christian Church in Olympia.
Contact the group’s convener, Leslie Romer
(lesliehr@aol.com or 360-357-7638) for more
information.
October 2008, p. 3
 TICKETS AVAILABLE
♪♪ ♪ ♪
The Olympia Jazz Senators, a sizzling hot big
band, brings the excitement of the holiday
season to the stage with a jazzy twist. In
addition to Duke Ellington's
Nutcracker, the Senators will
play original & classic tunes,
including some klezmer, in
honor of the winter holidays.
The December 5 concert will
benefit several programs of
Interfaith Works, including a
winter shelter for homeless
women and families, and the
annual World Sacred Music Festival.
The Olympia Jazz Senators Big Band includes
the finest jazz musicians in the South Puget
Sound area. Bandleader Norm Wallen is one of
the most prolific and most-performed composer/
arrangers in the Northwest. Most Senators front
professional bands of their own, play in other
♪♪ ♪ ♪
SEEKING SACRED ART
Interfaith Works is seeking submissions of sacred
artworks for the March 7, 2009, World Sacred
Music Festival. This year, art will be displayed from
March 6 through March 15 in the art gallery at
SPSCC’s Minnaert Center for the Arts.
Congregations and individuals are invited to submit
works of sacred art to be considered for inclusion in
this very special exhibit. All media and forms will
be considered. These may be original works
submitted by the artist, or other works owned by
individuals or congregations.
October 2008, p. 4
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working bands, and teach numerous private
students. Seven are current or former public
school music teachers.
The concert will take place in the beautiful, state-
of-the-art concert hall/theatre at SPSCC’s K.J.
Minnaert Center for the Arts. The acoustics are
wonderful! The hall holds 500 seats, as well as
up to 10 wheelchair patrons. The K.J. Minnaert
center is just 5 minutes from downtown Olympia,
near the Olympia Auto Mall. It’s easy to find --
right on Mottman Road, and parking is free!
Help us fill the seats. Concert tickets are always
great gifts for yourself and for others. And what
an easy and wonderful way to support Interfaith
Works! Tickets, $20 general and $15 for low
income, are now available from
www.buyolympia.com, or from IW by calling 357-
7224. Also, watch IW’s website, www.interfaith-
works.org for additional ticket locations.
♪ ♪ ♪ ♪♪
All work must be accompanied by an Art
Submission Form. This form allows us to have
complete information about each submission and
contributor, and to properly evaluate the work.
To submit art for consideration, download the
application to be found at www.olysacredmusic.org
One work of art per application form, please.
Submissions may be sent by e-mail to
interfaithworks@comcast.net or by USPS mail to
Interfaith Works, WSMF, PO Box 1221, Olympia
WA 98507. Deadline for submissions is January 5,
2009.
 Please Help!
Interfaith Works still needs a recording
secretary! Please, don’t just figure that
someone else is going to recruit a
secretary.
We need your help.
Interested persons may call the IW
office, 9-1 weekdays, to ask questions
about the position.
357-7224, or
email interfaithworks@comcast.net
BULLETIN BOARD
Free to good home: six 5-foot-long brass candle
snuffers & lighters as well as brass holder used
for torch candle being carried in a procession.
Contact St. John's office 352-8527 before the end
of October.
TELL US WHEN TO STOP!
We are happy to send our newsletter to anyone
who wants it. We also realize that some people
who once wanted our newsletter might later
decide that they no longer want to receive it.
If you would like to be removed from our mailing
list, please notify us at 357-7224 or
InterfaithWorks@comcast.net.
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IS IW IMPORTANT TO YOU?
There are a number of ways that you can support
the ongoing work of Interfaith Works. Which one is
right for you?
♦ Designate IW as recipient of your State
Employees Combined Fund contribution.
Designate CFD # 316251.
♦ Volunteer with IW. You could take notes at
meetings, be on a committee, work at an event,
help with office or custodial work (such as folding
this newsletter!), or be a delegate from your faith
community. See our Volunteer page online or call
the office for ideas.
♦ Pledge to make a monthly contribution of $5
or $10 or more. IW will send you envelopes for
mailing your contributions.
♦ Use GoodSearch as your online search
engine and GoodShop as the starting point for
your online shopping. Every search earns one
cent for IW, and IW will get some money for each
of your online purc hases. Visit
www.goodsearch.com or call the IW office for help
setting it up.
♦ Become a supporting member of IW - call the
IW office at 357-7224 for details.
October 2008, p. 5
 COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Interfaith Works is pleased to announce some of the activities and events of our members and cooperating
organizations; IW does not necessarily endorse these events. More details & events at www.interfaith-works.org
RECOVERING THE SENSE OF EARTH AS SACRED - 2nd of 5 classes at Olympia Unitarian Universalist
October 22
Congregation (2200 East End St NW) exploring whether rediscovering a sense of the Earth as sacred may
Wednesday
be key to a solution to the environmental crisis. More sessions October 29, November 5, November 12.
10 a.m. - 12 noon
See IW’s September newsletter, IW web site, or call Mimi Maloney at 459-5825 for details.
Spiritual Care for Service Providers Retreat: This workshop is designed for those called to Nursing,
October 25
Medicine, Social Work, Ministry, Counseling and Spiritual Direction. Through conversation and
Saturday
experiences, explore ways to revitalize one’s life and work. Cost: $60. Bring a sack lunch. Call The Priory
9:15 a.m.-3 p.m.
Spirituality Center at 438-2595 or visit www.stplacid.org for details on this and other Priory programs.
October 25 Spaghetti Dinner & Auction: With a donation for Camp Quixote, enjoy spaghetti (with red sauce or alfredo),
Saturday salad, garlic bread and Red Velvet Cake, followed by a Live Auction, all at St. John's Episcopal Church
6 p.m. (20th & Capital, Olympia). For details, call Tim Monahan at 943-2661.
November 1 Grandma's Attic and Bazaar at St. Andrew's United Methodist Church (540 School St SE, Lacey)
Saturday, 9 - 4 Rummage Sale; Handmade Crafts; Bake Sale; Silent Auction. Lunch will be served - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
EARTH CARE SERIES: "An Interview with Gandhi: What would Gandhi Do?"
November 5 Please join us at this free event at Traditions Café (300 - 5th Ave, Olympia). Don Foran interviews
Wednesday Gandhi (Bernie Meyer), followed by discussion. This event is co-sponsored by Earth Care
7 - 9 p.m. Catholics and the Interfaith Works Earth Stewardship Committee. Details on the IW website or call
Mimi Maloney at 459-5825.
Free concert “Latin American Rhythms: Historic and Modern” at St. John’s Episcopal Church (114 20th
November 9
Ave. SE, Olympia): Seattle Pro Musica performs recently-discovered Latin American music drawn from
Sunday
European Baroque melodies, as well as modern pieces from Central and South America. Offering at
3 p.m.
intermission. For details call Warren Guykema, 556-7305
November 9 Sacred Harp Singing at Traditions Café (5th & Water, downtown Olympia). Denson edition singing. 2nd
Sunday, 4-6 p.m. Sunday most months. Visit http://pnwshs.org/ or call Glen Buschmann at 352-9009 with any questions.
November 11 Deadline for articles, calendar items, and ads for the November IW newsletter (coming out about
Tuesday, noon November 18).
November 12 Earth Stewardship Committee meeting: IW's Earth Stewardship Committee meets in the library at
Wednesday First Christian Church (7th & Franklin, Olympia) 2nd Wednesday of most months (next meeting
12 noon 12/10). All are welcome. For details, contact Leslie Romer at LeslieHR@aol.com or 357-7638.
Disciple of Gandhi Speaks at Common Bread at the Evergreen College Longhouse
November 13
Winner of the 2008 Opus Award, Krishnamai Jagannatham was a disciple of Mahatma Gandhi. She spent
Thursday
her life serving India's poor, providing homes and work skills in a sustainable environment.
6:30 p.m.
For details, visit http://Cbread.blogspot.com/ or call Fred LaMotte at 253 720-5025
November 18 The IW Program Council meets at Temple Beth Hatfiloh (8th & Washington, downtown Olympia) to
Tuesday plan and execute the programs and projects of Interfaith Works. All interested persons are invited.
7 - 9 p.m. For details, call Interfaith Works at 357-7224.

October 2008, p. 6
 COMMUNITY CALENDAR continued
Writing Spirit: Kindling Our Inner Light. Work with the spiritual energies of celebration, confidence and
November 22
hope while learning to find your voice and make your writing come alive! Register by Friday, November 14;
Saturday
Cost: $50. Call The Priory Spirituality Center at 438-2595 or visit www.stplacid.org for details on this and
9:15 a.m.-3 p.m.
other Priory programs.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration: Please bring your friends, family, and neighbors to this
November 23 program presenting ways different faiths give thanks in music and word; at Westminster
Sunday Presbyterian Church (1925 Boulevard Rd SE, Olympia). Visiting and light snacks available after the
2:30 p.m. program. Proceeds from the free-will offering will be split between Garden Raised Bounty and
Interfaith Works. Sponsored by Interfaith Works; see our website for more details or call 357-7224.
December 5 The Olympia Jazz Senators perform Duke Ellington's Nutcracker at SPSCC's K.J.Minnaert Center
Friday, 7 p.m. for the Arts as a benefit for Interfaith Works. See p.4 “Tickets Available” for details.

ADULT EDUCATION AT OUUC

STATE EMPLOYEES!
Please consider designating Interfaith
Works to receive your contribution from
this year’s State Combined Fund Drive.
Together we shelter the homeless, feed
the hungry, and promote justice and
equality in Thurston County.
Tell your colleagues about us too!
Our CFD number is 316251.
The Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation
(OUUC) welcomes all to their fall program. Printed
copies of the program guide and registration form are
available at the OUUC office (360-786-6383).
Fourteen classes represent a wide variety of subjects,
including Unitarian Universalism, the monotheistic
religions, feminist theology, meditation, intuition, hospice
care, Earth spirituality, green home-building, book
discussion, poetry, a film series, visual art, and opera
(connected with the Met’s telecasts).
Consult the brochure at http://olyuu.org/RE/Adult/
index.htm for the titles, descriptions, and schedules of
classes, and how to register.

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October 2008, p. 7
 PAID ADS
OLYMPIA CHORAL SOCIETY
♫♫ ♪ ♫♪ ♪ ♫♫ “A Wintery Wonderland Bazaar”
FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERT Saturday, November 15th, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
First United Methodist Church
“Light and Joy” 1224 Legion Way SE, Olympia; 943-2661
Fri, Sat, December 12-13 at 7:30 PM Spaghetti Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 14 at 2 PM
One-of-a-Kind Silent Auction, several varieties of nuts,
North Thurston Performing Arts Center Cookie Walk, bakery and candy booths, Christmas items,
600 Sleater-Kinney Road in Lacey, north of Martin Way quilting and gift items, children’s, household items,
Director: Terry Shaw outdoor booth, “Go Green” booth
Website: www.olympiachoral.org Phone: 360-705-6462

YOUR AD COULD BE HERE!

Spaghetti Dinner & Auction
Contact the Interfaith Works office about running a
Saturday, October 25 at 6 p.m. $10 ad. Ads are approximately 3” x 2” and are run
St. John's Episcopal Church subject to approval and space available.
20th & Capital, Olympia Payment and ad copy are due by 12 noon on the 2nd
details on calendar inside Tuesday of the month, for publication on or about the
3rd Tuesday of the month.
Benefit for Camp Quixote
InterfaithWorks@comcast.net or 357-7224

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