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The Bishop John Bryson Chane Scholarship for Social Justice due March 30, 2019

The Diocesan Board of the Episcopal Church Women invite graduating high school seniors to apply for the Bishop John Bryson Chane Scholarship for Social Justice. The deadline for applications is March 30, 2019.

This scholarship for social justice is awarded to one high school senior in each of the eight regions of the Diocese of Washington. The scholarship was established to honor the eighth bishop of Washington, Bishop John Bryson Chane, for his tireless efforts and support of social justice issues in this Diocese and throughout the Anglican Communion. The application and the eligibility criteria may be downloaded here.

Please share this with any interested graduating seniors in your parish. If you have any questions about this scholarship, please email us at ecw@ecw-edow.org.

The Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant
due May 31, 2019

The Diocesan Board of the Episcopal Church Women invite lay and ordained women pursuing post graduate degrees in Christian ministry and social work to apply for the Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant.  Women enrolled in the Diocesan Diaconate program are also eligible.

This fund was established in 1925 and continues to exist from donations received in honor of and to commemorate deceased women.  Many parishioners are now beginning to think of MSF as a unique way of expressing one’s gratitude for the good life that God has granted.

Please share this with any person who may be interested in your parish.  The application and the eligibility criteria may be downloaded here.
Vision
As Episcopal Church Women (ECW) we continually strive to embody Christ's vision for the world by loving one another as he loves us. We are committed to taking leadership in identifying social injustices and pursuing action for change in response to our Baptismal Covenant.
Mission
Our mission is to build an accepting atmosphere where every woman is welcomed and valued for her individual ministry.
Motto
The motto of the ECW of the Diocese of Washington is:
Then Jesus answered her, "Woman, great is your faith..." [Matthew 15:28]