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Gay, lesbian priests describe expectation of celibacy to serve in Diocese of Florida under Bishop Howard

Rev. Susan Gage discerned a calling to the priesthood. At the time, clergy in the Diocese of Florida warned her the discernment and ordination process there favored straight aspirants

Another first for women at Leicester Cathedral

This continues a tradition of female firsts for Leicester Cathedral. – England

Faith leaders urge Biden to sign executive order for reparations study by Juneteenth

Leaders cited the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland’s reparations initiative as a model

A brief history of the Black church’s diversity, and its vital role in American political history

Ida B. Wells was an investigative journalist and educator who wrote extensive accounts of the lynchings of Black people in the South.

CALLED AND HOLY: VIRGINIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY LGBTQIA+ ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

Please consider adding your voice to the symphony of people that challenged, forgave, and blessed Virginia Theological Seminary with their unique image of God!

Grant applications open for 2023 Episcopal creation care projects

Applications—available in English and Spanish—being accepted for local and regional eco-ministry projects until 5 p.m. ET May 1

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Keep the Faith: ‘Fear grabs at us with hungry hands’

I was 2 or 3 years old when my mother began teaching me to pray. – Oxford, MA

St. Augustine’s president preaches at National Cathedral for HBCU Welcome Sunday

“I believe that we can learn lessons from the Bible. ”

Western North Carolina pilgrimage to amplify historically Black churches’ stories

St. Francis and St. Gabriel’s both have the same rector, the Rev. Toni Belhu, who also became St. Francis’ first Black rector

St. Andrew Episcopal Church distributes Ashes to Go for Ash Wednesday in Mentor

St. Andrew’s rector, the Rev. Lisa O’Rear, led the event to offer ashes and prayers to those who pulled into the plaza. – Willoughby, OH

Church Court Criticizes Florida’s Bishop & 2nd Election

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Visit to castle’s dungeon in Ghana offers ACC lessons on church’s complicity in the trans-Atlantic slave trade

It was one of 50 castles on Africa’s west coast, 39 of them in Ghana, that served as points of embarkation for slave ships.

‘Come as you are:’ New dean installed at Historic Biltmore Episcopal church

Rev. Sarah Hurlbert was installed as the third dean of the Cathedral of All Souls. – Asheville, NC

Meet Rt. Rev. Phyllis Spiegel, the new Bishop of Utah for Episcopal Church

She explains that the love of God and the love of neighbor are inextricable. – Salt Lake City, UT

Sewing for Justice

Becoming a beloved community one stitch at a time – Baltimore, MD

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church celebrates ordination of new priest in charge

On Wednesday, congregants witnessed the ordination of 37-year-old Rev. Daniela Lee – Provo, UT

Gardening: Don’t let your trees’ fruit go to waste

Got a fruit tree in the backyard that you don’t pick? Washington State

The Barbie & Pocahontas Dialogues: Healing the Cultural Divide Between Indigenous Episcopalians and the Church

Live-Streamed Lecture, School of Theology, University of the South

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“This is an opportunity for our church to solidify racial justice and equity as a norm.”

Episcopal church installs new vicar

The Rev. Jamelia “Jamie” Barnett was installed as vicar of the Church of the Epiphany

Danbury-area nonprofit nearly triples loads of free laundry to locals in need over 1 year

The bread and wine brought by Peek had been consecrated at the 8 a.m. Sunday service

14 Decades of an Episcopal ‘Family Album’

The Living Church has been published continuously since 1878.

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Episcopal leaders attend papal vespers service in Rome for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

The Rev. Stephanie Spellers and the Rev. Austin Rios met with papal leaders – Vatican City

Indigenous Episcopalians share stories of pain, healing, faith with presiding officers at Winter Talk

The Oneida have called the Green Bay area home for 200 years since the tribe was forced to relocate from its ancestral homeland in central New York

Katherine Doyle Serves As Priest In Charge At Emmanuel Episcopal Church In Covington

“I love the small town community, and the scenery here is beautiful,” Katherine remarked. – Covington, VA

How long should General Convention be? Church writes new chapter in long-running debate

Church leaders decided in December that six days, June 23-28, 2024, will be allotted for legislative sessions in Louisville.

35 Black churches to receive total of $4 million for preservation work

“We focus not only on the preservation of the physical buildings, but also on the profound stories…” National

‘The urgency of now’: Faith leaders, residents raise awareness for winter shelter, remember MLK’s legacy

The fourth annual Walk for Warmth’s route passed by each of the eight faith communities that host Interfaith Action. – Evanston, IL

Episcopal Diocese Unites with Mayor Bass to Fight Homelessness  

Providing housing and other needs of underserved communities is part of the presiding bishop’s emphasis. – LA, CA

New priest at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church brings message of love and acceptance

The Rev. Hannah Wilder is bringing a message of love and inclusivity to her new congregation. – Ramona, CA

Future of Us: After the pandemic took worship online, a Rochester church takes stock

Rev. Beth Royalty recalled becoming her own audio-visual team overnight. Rochester, MN

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Diocese of New York establishes credit union to expand community access to financial services

The credit union, a diocesan start-up ministry, received its federal charter in November.

Del Mar church turned into homeless shelter for two weeks

St Peter’s Episcopal Church has transformed its parish hall into a temporary shelter – Del Mar, CA

St. Philip’s awards $100,500 in grants to nonprofits

The ECW’s grant funds come from proceeds of The Shop of St. Philip’s – Brevard, NC

Rev. Haynie leads at St. Nicholas

The Rev. Amy Haynie is a former nurse who has been appointed rector of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church in Midland, TX.

St. John’s hosts 60th annual Boar’s Head and Yule Log show

The Rev. Gayle Catinella, pastor, said the festival celebrates the holiday season as the Feast of Epiphany. – Youngstown, OH

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holy Eucharist

Sunday, January 15, 11:15 am eastern, Live at The National Cathedral

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Episcopalians can participate in these virtual and in-person celebrations

Dioceses and parishes across The Episcopal Church will honor the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday weekend

Meet Robin Woodberry, deacon-in-charge at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

Rev. Dr. Robin Woodberry is the deacon-in-charge of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in downtown Canton, OH

After Dark at All Saints readies for new season

Course offerings range from wine tasting to surf casting, proceeds go to nonprofits – Southern Shores, NC

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Covington concert reception brings musicians and fans together at Christ Episcopal Church

Social hour with wine and light d’oeuvres followed the Christmas concert. – New Orleans

Meet Robin Woodberry, deacon-in-charge at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

She was licensed as a minister in the Baptist tradition in March 1995 and ordained in June 2005. – Canton, OH

Pauli Murray: The “Jane Crow” Feminist and Episcopal Saint on the Front Line for Racial Justice.

An annual feast day is held for Episcopal saint Pauli Murray, the first Black woman to be ordained by the denomination. – National

Hays church offers free Thursday night spaghetti dinners

Members of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church had a simple idea — they wanted to feed people.

Religious Life Sunday to shine spotlight on Episcopal communities, monastic orders

The Community of the Mother of Jesus is one of 14 Christian communities canonically recognized by The Episcopal Church.

Episcopal Relief & Development Welcomes Three New Board Members

Episcopal Relief & Development is pleased to welcome the Rev. Canon Dr. Michele V. Hagans, the Rev. Christine Purcell and Mr. John Van de Weert to the Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2023.

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