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Extending a financial lifeline, Episcopal Church credit union launches in the Bronx

‘Most of us are not wealthy,’ said one local resident. ‘It’s impossible for us to get a loan from the commercial banks.”

St. Michael’s Episcopal Tag Sale yields $10,500 for Groundworks, Windham County Heat Fund

“It was a beautiful day, perfect timing for the 50th anniversary tag sale,” coordinator Liz Vick said

Applications being accepted for St. Philip’s grants

Grants from the Episcopal Church Women support the operating budgets of agencies serving children and families in need.

How Evanston became the ‘City of Churches’

Evanston has earned the name “City of Churches” for good reason:

Congregation that posted Pride flags now concerned for community’s safety after welcome sign vandalized

“If this can happen in our church, it could happen anywhere …”

Thanks for your support at the 2023 Flower Mart ECW Baked Goods Booth

Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of the Diocese of Washington hosted its annual Baked Goods Booth

Does your pastor get paid family leave? – Not Likely

Courtney Ellis learned about the importance of maternity leave the hard way.

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Nominating committee presents profile for 28th presiding bishop, calls for names

Please join us in this journey to nominate individuals to stand for election as the 28th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church.

South Dakota Episcopal mission ranch brings together Lakota people and horses for connection, healing

The Lakota see horses not as companion animals but as relatives and sacred members of the Horse Nation

Churches Join for Juneteenth Fellowship Cookout

“Nourished by good food and fellowship we honored the long-ago joy of freedom…” – Princeton, NJ

House of Bishops more diverse than ever with addition of women, people of color, LGBTQ+ bishops

“I’m convinced that God’s future for the church is in diversity,” Missouri Bishop Deon Johnson.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Food Kitchen gives free meals to hungry 

“This is an undiscussed problem,” volunteer Sandy French said. “Costs for food and rent are high leaving people destitute with some being forced to live in their cars.” 

Stained glass window shows Jesus Christ with dark skin, stirring questions about race in New England

“This window is unique and highly unusual,” said Virginia Raguin, a professor of humanities emerita at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts

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Belfry builds connections through students with food and conversation

Belfry is supported by four different funding services, the Lutheran Synod, the Episcopal Diocese, individual churches and people from the community.

Church of the Redeemer members build beds for children in need

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Episcopal delegates to UN Indigenous forum focused on ‘Doctrine of Discovery’ following Vatican’s repudiation

The Episcopal Church led the way as the first Christian body to repudiate the Doctrine of Discovery through an act of General Convention in 2009.

American Association of University Women honors women of distinction

Five outstanding local women were honored Sunday at the American Association of University Women “Women of Distinction” banquet – Chico, CA

Episcopal churches to participate in World Labyrinth Day

“In a labyrinth, there’s one way in and one way out, and it’s a process to find yourself and connect to God,” she said.

The Rev. Ann Ritonia receives successful canonical consent process as bishop suffragan for Armed Forces and Federal Ministries

Ritonia was elected bishop suffragan for Armed Forces and Federal Ministries on March 12.

Letter to the editor: Impact of medical debt project hits home

We knew we had exceeded our goal of retiring $500,000 in medical debt

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Bishop-Elect Anne Jolly visits Medina’s St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

Parishioners at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church recently hosted a special visitor. – Medina, OH

New Priest at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

The Rev. Brit Bjurstrom Frazier is the new rector Sister Bay – WI

1,100-mile ‘Camino’ across Diocese of San Joaquin to focus on ‘migrant, climate and racial justice’

Episcopalians in the Diocese of San Joaquin will embark April 22 on a 22-day tour of the central California diocese

Coming in July: New small-group resource on faith, creation care, and eco-justice

“Love God, Love God’s World” is a nine-session, film-based curriculum, ideal for Episcopalians anywhere

Looking for Partners Helps Illinois Parish Grow

Rev. Kat Banakis rector of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Evanston, knows her church is well-positioned for growth.

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North Dakota diocese plans prayer path, traditional garden as environmental reparations for Native Americans displaced 70 years ago by river dam project

The environmental reparations project is centered at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, White Shield

‘We feed the hungry, heal the sick, clothe the naked’: A Simple Gesture works to provide essential goods to those in need

It’s an idea that was transformed from church organizers at St. Nicholas Episcopal Church. – Paradise, CA

Theology on Tap? ‘Sober Spirituality’ explores church drinking culture

Episcopal priest The Rev. Erin Jean Warde invites readers to consider a mindful relationship with alcohol.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church to be recognized as champion of local children

“St. Peter’s has just done so many things to be deserving of recognition as a champion for children in our community. ” – Sheridan, WY

Abolition, women’s rights sparked change in Elmira churches in 19th century

The “Burned-Over District” refers to the western and central regions of New York State in the early 19^th century

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Young adults engage with faith, build community outside church walls

The sisters turned their conversations into a podcast called “The Average Episcopalian.

Tradition Continues at Nutley’s Grace Episcopal Church with Annual Blessing of Dolls and Toys

Child-centric event returns for first time since COVID-19 lock downs. – Nutley, NJ

A 90-year-old time capsule was unearthed at S.F.’s Mount Davidson. Here’s what was inside

“When we open a time capsule, we’re then opening a window onto our predecessors’ lives.” – San Francisco, CA

With new office space, nonprofit looks to deepen West Hartford roots

“We feel the love from this church.”  – West Hartford – CT

The Beloved Community: Recognizing the interconnectedness of our lives

The beloved community cannot be created in isolation. – National

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Maryland Episcopalians choose next bishop, first woman elected to position

The Rev. Carrie Schofield-Broadbent, was elected Saturday

Faith Matters: An Easter miracle after 1970 snowstorm

So, where did God show up in the great snowstorm of March 2023? – Greenfield, MA

Kentucky church affirms LGBTQ+ inclusiveness against legislation targeting transgender care, drag shows

“Louisville is a very progressive town” compared to the rest of Kentucky, the Rev. Lee Shafer, Calvary’s rector

New resource for young people explores how religion can be used to divide or unite

The World Council of Churches assisted with the publication of the guide

Oregon churches respond to escalating homelessness, drug crises

“The pressure has been enormous,” Oregon Bishop Diana Akiyam said.

The Dynamic Duo Of Art Restoration

Congratulations to our St. Paul’s Parishioners Paige Miller and Diana Whitener – Chestnut Hill, PA

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