BY JUDY CARMACK BROSS
Pilot, oceanographer, the first female chief bishop (known as a primate) of the Anglican Communion—with all these achievements and interests, it is no wonder recently retired Presiding Bishop Katherine Jefferts Schori was recently honored by Episcopal Charities and Community Services at their Bishop’s Ball held November 4 at the JW Marriott.
Former Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church of the United States, Katherine Jefferts Schori, with husband, Richard.
The Right Reverend Jeffrey Lee welcomed over 400 Episcopalians and friends from across the Diocese of Chicago to the 57th Annual Bishop’s Ball, which supports the work of its ministry partners. Cheryl Rogers, President of the ECCS Board, recognized the efforts of The Reverend Jim Steen, the recently retired former director of ministries in the diocese. Guests also congratulated the newly-elected Bishop of Indianapolis, The Right Reverend Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows (formerly the director of networking in the Chicago diocese).
Reverend Jennifer Baskerville Burrows, Bishop Elect of Indianapolis.
On the day of the Cubs triumphant victory parade, there was extra excitement in the air that evening, particularly surrounding the bidding on Wrigley Field Skybox tickets to a next-season Cubs game! Adding to that energy was the spirited dance music of Joe Lil, proving once again why orchestra is a Ball tradition.
Anne Tuohy on the dance floor.
Founded in 1960, Episcopal Charities and Community Services (ECCS) continues to transform thousands of lives from Peoria, Rockford, Freeport, and downtown Chicago to the Fox River Valley and DeKalb County. ECCS adheres to the motto of “by communities for communities,” building partnerships across the diocese to ensure successful outreach and support. Some of these ministry partners include Lawrence Hall Youth, St. Leonard’s Ministries, Bishop Anderson House, Youth Guidance, St. Mary’s Services, Cathedral Counseling Center, Ravenswood Community Services, Primo Center for Women and Children, Shelter Care, and the latest, ElderCARE in Waukegan. Georgianna Gleason serves as ECCS Executive Director.
Libbett and Tobin Richter, members of St. Chrysostom’s Episcopal Church.
Cheryl Rogers, ECCS Board Chair, member of Emmanuel Episcopal in Rockford, and former Executive Director of Shelter Care Ministries in Rockford.
Reverend Alvaro Araica, Head of Hispanic Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago, and his daughter Veronica.
Ciuinal Lewis, the new CEO of Holy Family Ministries, and her husband, Cary Lewis.
Anton Pulung dancing in celebration at the Episcopal Charities Ball 2016.
Reverend Victor Conrado, Assistant Rector for Spanish Language Ministries, and his wife, Lucia (at left), of St. Mark’s in Glen Ellyn.
Bryan Cressey; Alison and Dominic Barrington, Dean Of St. James Cathedral; the new director of St. Leonard’s Ministries, Erwin Mayer, and his wife, Jennifer.
Reverend George Smith, Rector of St. Mark’s in Glen Ellyn.
Photo credit: Corey DiNardo
