Episcopal Church Women, Author at National Episcopal Church Women

Gratitude as a Spiritual Practice

Janet Strickler

A 2-hour Mini-Retreat – online workshop

Presented by: Janet Strickler

January 11th, 2025 – 1 PM Eastern

Get your New Year off to an inspiring start with this mini-retreat on Zoom. Most of us have heard that a practice of gratitude is supposed to be good for our health and happiness, and even the Bible encourages us to “give thanks in all circumstances,” (I Thess 5:18) but many of us have tried that and run out of steam after a few days. Get a fresh start with this fun retreat, in which we’ll explore gratitude beyond the usual things we think of being grateful for, and incorporate elements of play, art, poetry, and song.

Janet Strickler is an artist and a Franciscan, and has lived in Colorado for nearly all of her life. For over 20 years she has made gratitude an important part of her daily spiritual practice, eventually spending several summers studying with Brother David Steindl-Rast, the founder of gratefulness.org.

Janet is author of The Little Handbook of Spiritual Practices, and Grateful Every Day; a set of 60 inspiration cards for gratefulness. She was Artist in Residence at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Longmont CO for many years, and often has a booth selling her art at General Convention and other church conferences.

This workshop will be video recorded

Zoom meeting link will be sent to those who register.

Workshop is limited to the first 100 persons who join the Zoom meeting the day of the event.

Supplies Needed

Please have something to write on and something to write with.

A notebook, journal, or scratch paper are all fine, and if you have favorite pens or even colored pencils, have them handy. Since this is a mini-retreat time, you might also want to choose something to create a little sacred space, like a candle or icon, and clear your space of extra distractions.

For Additional Information

Contact Ginny Guzman-Walsh, Chair
NECW ZOOM WORSHOPS SERIES
ginnygw@icloud.com

More Resources From the Retreat Presenter

Janet Strickler

Thanks, everyone, for joining me to start the new year off with some practices of gratitude! I hope you will continue to make it part of your spiritual life.

Here are some links to things I mentioned during the retreat, and further resources you might be interested in:

www.grateful.org is the website begun nearly 20 years ago by Brother David Steindl-Rast, who is also the author of Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer. On the website, you will especially want to delve into the Explore tab, where there are hundreds of articles, stories, poems, and videos.

www.artoftheordinary.net is my own website. If you’d like to see some of the artwork I made over the years as Artist in Residence for my church, (something new for each liturgical season each year,) check out the Liturgical Art tab.

If you’d like to see the piece of art I eventually made that includes (completely hidden when the piece was finished,) over 350 of the blessing prayers I wrote, it is called The Heavens and the Earth.

Grateful Every Day is a set of 60 inspiration cards I designed a few years ago, to help inspire a gratitude practice. Each one has on the front something to be grateful for, and on the back, some questions and prompts to help you think about that topic. A set of cards is $20, and the link above will take you to them on my Etsy shop.

Little Handbook of Gratitude Practices is a small hand-drawn booklet I created a few years ago, which is fun and inexpensive, fits into a greeting card envelope if you want to send them to friends, and the three practices we did today all came from this book. Those are $3.50 each, but if you want more than 10 copies, to give as gifts or use with a group, the price goes down dramatically, so email me for information about that, which isn’t on Etsy. My personal email address is janartist@gmail.com, if you’d like to order anything directly from me, or ask a question, or anything else.

Another thing I will be offering during Lent this year is a Daily Gratitude Practice via email. It is based on the Grateful Every Day cards, and each day during Lent, participants will receive an email with a topic for the day, questions and prompts to help you think about that, and some other related bonus; a poem, video, article, or song. This is by donation, with the amount up to the participant. If you’d like to be notified when registration is open for that, you can sign up for my mailing list via my website: https://www.artoftheordinary.net/mailing-list/

And lastly, (thanks to those of you who read this far!) here are links to the two videos we saw this morning, and to TSSF, my Franciscan Order, if you’d like to know more about that:

A Good Day, with Brother David

Grateful: A Love Song to the World with Nimo Patel

TSSF: the Third Order of the Society of St. Francis

Thank you all, Janet

Episcopal Church Women2025-01-23T14:47:00+00:00December 5th, 2024|

Moving Forward in Faith and Service

My dear sisters in Christ,

As we reflect on the conclusion of another election season, we are reminded that the work of our faith is never tied to any political cycle or earthly division. Our purpose as women of the Episcopal Church transcends the temporary shifts of the world around us. In this moment, let us take a collective breath and move forward with hearts full of faith, love, and understanding, trusting that God’s call remains steady and unchanging.

We, the women of the Episcopal Church, have a profound responsibility and a remarkable opportunity to bring Christ’s light to a world in desperate need of hope, justice, and compassion. We stand behind our purpose statement to empower women of the Episcopal Church to carry on Christ’s work throughout the world. Each day, we wake with a renewed yearning to do God’s will, to love our neighbors as ourselves, and to be the hands and feet of Christ. As we walk this path of service, we are called not just to look outward in service to others, but also inward, strengthening our own communities and bonds of sisterhood.

As we continue to move forward together, let us do so in unity—supporting each other, lifting one another up in prayer, and working side by side to bring hope to those who are hurting, lost, or in need. Let us be bold in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, knowing that our collective work as women of faith is both a witness to the world and a deep reflection of the love we share with each other.

As we step forward in faith, let us be ever mindful of the words of our Lord, who calls us to love without condition, serve without reservation, and move forward together with hope, joy, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

In Christ’s service,

Lisa Bortner

National ECW President

Episcopal Church Women2024-11-07T20:24:35+00:00November 7th, 2024|

National Board Meeting October 2024

The National ECW Board met October 18-21, 2024 in Linthicum Heights, Maryland for the first board meeting of the new triennium. The board meeting agenda was packed with items from reviewing the bylaws to new social justice programming to setting the budget. While there the board voted to donate $1000 to the Anna Julia Cooper School in Richmond, VA.

The school is an independent faith-based school for kindergarten to 8th grade students of limited economic resources, primarily from Richmond’s East End. It is the tradition of the National ECW Board to make a donation to an organization in the Province in which they are meeting. A $1000 donation was also made to Episcopal Relief and Development to aid the victims of Hurricane Helene and Milton. On the last afternoon of the meeting the board took time out to visit the Washington National Cathedral.

For many of the board, this was the first opportunity they had to visit the Cathedral. Although the board began and ended each day in prayer, visiting such a beautiful memorial to God provided a magnificent way to praise the Lord for the blessings of the board and each and everyone of our members sitting in the pews.

Episcopal Church Women2024-11-01T15:21:28+00:00November 1st, 2024|

Province 9 Report for Oct 2024 Board Meeting

Revd. Luz Maria Lambis Garces – Province Report

Central Ecuador, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Litoral Ecuador, Puerto Rico, Venezuela

Episcopal Church Women2024-10-07T15:17:19+00:00October 7th, 2024|

Lisa Bortner Acceptance Speech Triennial 2024

This is the transcript of National Episcopal Church Women’s National President, Lisa Bortner, at the Triennial 2024 closing ceremony.

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Just as earthly parents are thrilled when we see our children flourish, I can only imagine how thrilled God is when we do His will. I know today he must be really tickled to see how the National ECW is growing in love and developing new leaders in his church. Let us go out in joy to serve and do God’s work in our communities.

May the Holy Spirit empower us to use innovative avenues to reach out to help those around us to draw closer to God as we, ourselves, draw closer to him.

May the Holy Spirit have us listen to the voices of women worldwide.

May the Holy Spirit enable us to promote educational, spiritual, and social programs which minister to women and children.

May the Holy Spirit provide opportunities and tools to grow relationships with God and others through spirituality, prayer, and worship.

And may the Holy Spirit encourage the development of women’s leadership in stewardship, training, and education.

May we encourage and challenge each other as we leave Triennial.

Before we leave, I would like to share a few more ideas I will be asking the National board to work on. One is the creation of a speaker’s bureau that the dioceses and provinces can use to find qualified talent to present workshops and conferences.

The second is to reach out to Provincial and Diocesan ECW Presidents via Zoom to learn more about their specific needs. Together we will discover how the National ECW can better serve them.

The third builds on the second. We want to encourage and support our Diocesan Presidents to revitalize their organizations, especially those who have had difficulty restarting after the pandemic. . . This is not the time to draw back or be complacent. Now is the time to renew our energy, commitment, and resolve.

This is a time for HOPE.

ECW organizations at the diocesan level have been so important in building and unifying the church and can offer so much to Episcopal Church Women at the Parish level for spiritual growth. . . Now is the time to renew the Diocesan ECW organizations, in the name of Jesus Christ, with the help of the Holy Spirit and the blessings of God.

Perhaps pairing with a nearby Diocese that already has well established programs is the answer. Let’s make that happen!

Fourth, seeking out new women to take on leadership roles isn’t easy. We want to provide basic tools to enable finding, identifying, and involving new leaders. My husband says, “Look for the person who puts out the chairs.” New leaders are out there. I ask that God directs you to that next leader and puts it on each of your hearts to start a mentor relationship with one woman working toward a leadership role. – – –

Let’s take a second so you can think of who you could bless with this opportunity. – – – I am confident the relationships you develop will bless you both. I, myself, have been so blessed – both as a mentor, and especially as one who is receiving direction. When we leave here today, I want you to pray that God will direct you, and give you conversational opportunities with the specific person He has chosen.

Finally, this task will take some commitment on the part of each person here. Reach out to one person across the table from you and exchange contact information. Over the next three years, consistently pray for each other. When the opportunity arises, use each other as resources for further spiritual – or organizational growth. So please be intentional, as this is probably the most important thing I ask of you.

As I’ve said, if anyone is interested in serving on a committee, please contact me directly by email or phone. – – – If I see you setting up chairs, I may contact YOU!

Until we meet again at Triennial 2027, let us dwell on these words from Romans 15:13, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Episcopal Church Women2024-07-05T19:30:02+00:00July 5th, 2024|

Arrival and Navigating General Convention 2024

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81st General Convention –

Know Before You Go

We are less than a week away from the 81st General Convention of The Episcopal Church! Thousands of Episcopalians, exhibitors, guests and visitors will descend on Louisville, KY from June 23-28, 2024 and we are excited to welcome you. This comprehensive email has been prepared as a resource to help you prepare for the event. The General Convention website also has a comprehensive list of resources and information; you can also always email gc.support@episcopalchurch.org and a member of staff will be able to assist you.

Travel and Arrival

Before Traveling:

Please ensure you have the proper travel documents with you including a valid government issued ID (such as driver’s license or passport)
For international guests, please ensure you have your visa and supporting documents where applicable
It is advisable to arrive at the airport at least 1.5-3 hours in advance of your flight departure time.
For more information on staying safe and healthy on a business trip, please visit this website.

Upon arrival at Louisville Muhammed Ali International Airport (SDF):

Transportation has not been arranged from the airport to the hotel. The following options are available on the baggage claim level and we encourage you to Rideshare:

Taxi
Uber/Lyft
Ztrip is also available curb side, or call (502) 777-777
Buses – Ride like a local with Louisville’s Transit Authority of River City.

Hotel Arrangements

Please click on the links below to learn more about your respective hotel and the amenities they offer. Early check in and late check out requests are based on availability and cannot be guaranteed.

Galt House: 140 N. Fourth St, Louisville (3:00pm check in – 11:00am check out)
Hyatt Regency Louisville: 320 W. Jefferson St. Louisville (4:00pm check in – 11:00am check out)
Marriott Louisville Downtown: 280 W. Jefferson, Louisville (4:00pm check in – 11:00am check out)
Omni Hotel Louisville: 400 S 2nd St, Louisville (3:00pm check in – 11:00am check out)
Springhill Suites Louisville Downtown: 132 E Jefferson St, Louisville (3:00pm check in – 11:00am check out)
Fairfield Inn: 100 E. Jefferson St. Louisville (3:00pm check in – 11:00am check out)

At the Kentucky International Convention Center

Practical information

Louisville is a very walkable city and all hotels are no more than 2 blocks away from the Convention Center. We encourage you to wear comfortable walking shoes. A lightweight sweater, jacket or shawl is advised for the air-conditioned indoor environment.
Please click here for Louisville’s 10-day weather forecast and pack accordingly. Bring an umbrella or a raincoat in case of inclement weather.
In our ongoing commitment to practice loving and life-giving conservation, we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle. Water filling stations are located at every restroom throughout the convention center.

Registration

Registration opens on June 21st at 9:00am in the South Foyer of the Kentucky International Conference Center. Access is through either entrance on the corner of 4th and Jefferson or 4th and Market street. The Marriott also has a pedway which leads directly into the South Foyer.

When registering, everyone will need to show photo ID and fill out a liability waiver and photo release. You can read the language that will be used on these forms here. Once you have obtained your credential, this will be your means of access into the Convention Center and all the official events. Please wear it at all times.

Exhibits

The exhibit area will run from June 21st to June 27th in Hall AB of the Kentucky International Convention Center. We have a SOLD OUT exhibit hall and invite you to visit, learn, browse, shop and enjoy a bite to eat at one of the concessions areas. To view the exhibitor map, click here.

Dining

There will be two concession stands in each corner of the exhibit hall serving lunch, along with a seating area to visit with others. There is a coffee bar, called the Oak and Brew located on the first floor which will serve coffee, breakfast items, and snacks. Please note that this is a cashless facility and accepts major credit, debit or tap-to-pay options. And if that doesn’t whet your appetite, there are many restaurants within a walkable distance from the Convention Center. Please visit the Louisville Tourism website to learn about the Best Places to Eat.

Worship with Us!

All are welcome to join us in the Ballroom at the Kentucky International Convention Center to worship each day of Convention. Anyone with a convention credential will have access. Anyone who isn’t registered to attend Convention and would like to participate in worship services can pre-register by completing this form and bringing their government issued photo ID and confirmation email to be admitted. Seating is limited and subject to availability on the day of the service, so please share with your friends and sign up! Worship Services will also be livestreamed on the GC Media Hub.

The bulletins for each worship services can be found here. Printed bulletins will not be available on site so we encourage you to print (if needed) ahead of time.
The Convention “All Y’All” Choir is open to anyone without audition and will be meeting an hour ahead of each liturgy in the worship space: Sunday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:30 in preparation for the 8:30 Eucharists and Monday and Tuesday at 8:00AM in preparation for the 9:AM Morning Offices. Thursday’s Morning Office is prayed separately in each House without choir.

Events

Events Calendar

The Official Schedule of General Convention can be found here.

An overview of all other associated and affiliated events can be found here.

Love. Always. Revival – Saturday June 22

All are invited to the Love. Always Revival on June 22nd from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at the KFC YUM! Center. Entrance to the Revival is by means of one of the following: convention credential and free pre-registration. If you haven’t yet signed up and would like to do so, please click here.

All bags are subject to search upon entering the arena. Backpacks of any kind, including drawstring, fanny packs, computer bags, and camera bags are prohibited. Bags no larger than 14″ x 14″ x 6″ will be allowed into the arena for events. Medical and parenting bags are permitted and subject to search. This is a cashless facility. Concessions selling refreshments and light snacks will be open.

Doors will open at 6:00pm.

Kentucky night – Monday, June 24th

Louisville is an experience like no other city, and to prove this, the Diocese of Kentucky has put together an exciting array of activities to showcase their town. From food truck rodeos, God Talks, Episco-Discos, Compline and Evensong, you can find out everything you need to know and register for any of these activities by clicking here.

Mobile App

Step into seamless event navigation with our cutting-edge mobile app! At the 81st General Convention, let the app be your personal guide, allowing you to discover interactive maps, exhibitor information, the full conference schedule, and the latest updates—all from the palm of your hand. This mobile app is compatible with iOS 14 and higher and Android 10 and higher.

Step 1

Search for the “Cvent Events” app on the iOS Apple App Store or Google Play Store:

OR

Scan the following QR code to download the “Cvent Events” app.

Step 2

Once downloaded, please search for “The 81st General Convention.” Then, download the event to the app.

When you’ve identified this event, it will automatically open when you select the Cvent Events app on your phone.

Don’t worry about logging in; the mobile application is available for all attendees!

Bishops and Deputies Only:

Floor Amendment Procedure

To streamline the process for accepting amendments from the floor, the General Convention Office has created a web form that any deputy or bishop can fill out.

iPad instructions

For all Deputies and Bishops, we have put together a video which provides you with helpful instructions on how to navigate the iPad. Please take the time to watch this video in advance of your arrival:

And last, it’s not too late to Volunteer!

Is your family traveling with you and looking for something to do? There are still spots available and we would love you to join us and become a part of our volunteer family! Click here to sign up and learn more!

We look forward to seeing you in Louisville shortly. Thank you for the time you are taking to join us for this important gathering of our church!

The Executive Office of the General Convention

The Rev. Canon Michael Barlowe, D.D., Secretary of the General Convention and Executive Officer

Ms. Betsey Bell, Executive Assistant to the Executive Officer

The Rev. Carrie Combs, Legislative Data Specialist

Ms. Iris DiLeonardo, Data Specialist and Meetings Assistant

Mr. Patrick Haizel, Deputy for Administration and Operations

The Rev. Molly F. James, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Officer of General Convention

Ms. Brittney Laws, Meeting Coordinator

Ms. Jennifer Mendez, A dministrative and Language Specialist

Mr. Brian Murray, Governance Technology Specialist

Ms. Fiona Nieman, CMP, Deputy for Convention and Meeting Planning

Ms. Twila Rios, Manager of Digital Information Systems

Executive Office of the General Convention website

About the General Convention | Staff of the Executive Office of the General Convention

Episcopal Church Women2024-06-14T14:16:00+00:00June 14th, 2024|

La Plaza Edición de la Trienal 2024

La Plaza Edición de la Trienal – 2024

Dennis Clark, PPP

Parlamentario de la NECW

Este año 2024 marca los ciento cincuenta aniversarios de las reuniones Trienales de la Iglesia Episcopal de Mujeres a nivel nacional (NECW). La sociedad fue autorizada por la Convención General de La Iglesia Episcopal en 1871. Una serie de estatutos fueron adoptados ese mismo año con la primera reunión trienal llevada a cabo en Nueva York en 1874.

El evento del aniversario número ciento cincuenta se conoce como la celebración del sesquicentenario. Aprendí el término cuando el estado de Texas tuvo su celebración en 1986. 150 años antes, el general Sam Houston derrotó al general mexicano Santa Anna en la Batalla de San Jacinto, dando origen así a la República de Texas.

La reunión de la NECW en Louisville este verano en realidad será la sexenal debido a la cancelación de la reunión de 2021 debido a la emergencia de COVID. Esta será una reunión importante ya que los miembros, por primera vez en seis años, tendrán la oportunidad de seleccionar nuevos funcionarios y otros miembros de la junta nacional, y de esa manera proporcionar la dirección requerida a la asociación durante los próximos tres años. Dicho esto, se anima a las Diócesis a enviar los nombres de los delegados y suplentes de forma oportuna. Si se tiene alguna pregunta sobre este proceso, comuníquese con su representante de distrito o con cualquier funcionario de NECW.

Además de elegir nuevos funcionarios y miembros de la junta, se pedirá a los delegados que voten sobre cambios a los estatutos al igual que las resoluciones que podrían brindar la orientación debida a la junta nacional en el próximo termino de tres años. Quizás lo más importante es que será una oportunidad para que los asistentes se reúnan, adoren juntos y compartan ideas sobre cómo las diócesis de todo el país y más allá están cumpliendo con la misión de la asociación; que es empoderar a la Iglesia Episcopal para llevar a cabo la obra de Cristo en todo el mundo.

Se vaticina entonces que los delegados y suplentes hayan estudiado las posiciones de los candidatos y las modificaciones estatutarias a presentar. Los cambios propuestos a los estatutos se pueden encontrar en el sitio web de la NECW. Los candidatos a cargos públicos también serán presentados en varios lugares al igual que sus direcciones en la reunión.

También habrá una sesión informativa para delegados/suplentes al comienzo de las reuniones, así como un taller sobre procedimiento parlamentario durante la conferencia donde se podrán responder preguntas y se podrá disponer de información sobre cómo los delegados pueden hacer aportes y abordar adecuadamente las cuestiones que se les presenten de la manera que ellos así lo elijan.

Al reunirnos por la 150ª vez como una fuerza vital e impulsora para mejorar la suerte de la humanidad, ajustemos nuestras palabras y nuestras acciones al llamado del apóstol Pablo en la Primera carta a los Corintios 14:40: “Sean todas las cosas hechas decentemente y en orden”.

Episcopal Church Women2024-06-13T18:36:56+00:00June 13th, 2024|

The Square Triennial Thoughts 2024

The Square

Triennial Thoughts

Dennis Clark, PPP
NECW Parliamentarian

The year 2024 celebrates the one hundred and fifty-fourth anniversary of the National Episcopal Church Women. The society was authorized by the General Convention of the Episcopal Church in 1871. A set of bylaws was adopted that same year with the first Triennial meeting being held in New York in 1874.

The one hundred-fiftieth anniversary event is referred to as its sesquicentennial celebration. I learned the term when Texas had its celebration in 1986. 150 years earlier, Gen. Sam Houston defeated Mexican General Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto, thus birthing the Republic of Texas.

The NECW meeting in Louisville this summer will actually be a sexennial because of the cancellation of the 2021 meeting due to the COVID emergency. This will be an important meeting since members, for the first time in six years, will have an opportunity to select new officers and other members of the national board, and to help provide direction of the association for the next three years. Dioceses are encouraged to submit the names of delegates and alternates in a timely fashion. Should there be any questions about this process kindly contact your district representative or any NECW officer.

In addition to electing new officers and members of the board, delegates will be called upon to vote on changes to the bylaws and perhaps vote on resolutions which might provide direction to the national board in the coming three-year term. Perhaps more importantly, it will be a chance for attendees to meet together, worship together, and share ideas of how dioceses across the nation and beyond are fulfilling the mission of the association; which is to empower the Episcopal Church to carry on Christ’s work throughout the world.

It is anticipated then, that delegates and alternates will have studied the candidate’s positions, and the bylaws amendments to be presented. The proposed bylaws changes can be found on the NECW website. Candidates for office will also be introduced in a number of venues as well as their addresses at the meeting.

There will be a delegate/alternate briefing at the beginning of the meetings as well as a workshop on parliamentary procedure during the conference where questions can be answered and information made available as to how delegates may properly provide input and address issues to come before them, as they so choose.

As we meet together for the 150^th time as a vital, driving force in the improvement of the lot of mankind, let us square our words and our actions with the call of the apostle Paul in First Corinthians 14:40, “Let all things be done decently and in order.”

Episcopal Church Women2024-06-13T18:34:25+00:00June 13th, 2024|

Workshops 2024

Triennial 2024 Workshops

Monday 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Monastic Communities in a New World
Sister of the Way, Susan Moore

Church Periodical Club
The Rev. Deacon Judy Graves

Soul Connections for the Journey
Christina Butterworth, Episcopal Community

Episcopal Relief Development
Tamara Plummer

Tuesday 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Dancing with the Spirit: Healing through Music
The Rev. Belle Michaelson

Church Women United: Social Justice
Mira Washington, MSL ,CWU National President

Leading with Heart: Reignite your ministry
Evita Krislock

Episcopal Women’s History Project is For All of Us
The Rev. Dr. Jo Ann Barker

Wednesday 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Caregivers in Today’s World of Alzheimer’s
Marge Burke

Girls Friendly Soc: Raising Awareness, Taking Action
Amber Buck

Science of Conducting Efficient Meetings: Part 1
Dennis Clark, Parliamentarian

Leading with Heart: Implementation
Evita Krislock

Thursday 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

The Beauty Way – Hozho Naah shaado
The Rev. Leon Sampson

Episcopal Coalition for Racial Equity and Justice
Ryan Kusumoto

Science of Conducting Efficient Meetings: Part 2
Dennis Clark, Parliamentarian

Art Empowers
Rebecca ‘Becca’ Gardner

Episcopal Church Women2024-06-13T18:20:25+00:00June 13th, 2024|

Kentucky Night Events

Kentucky Night Events Monday Evening

Food Truck Rodeo

6 – 9 Affordable local food options + live music

God Talks: Conversations for being church together

6 – 7 North Lobby, KY Center for the Arts

God, Grace, & Horses: Life Lessons from the Saddle.
A conversation with the Rev. Laurie Brock

The Rev. Laurie Brock is the Rector of St. Michael’s in Lexington, KY, equestrian, former attorney.

Sponsored by the Brennan Theological Fund of the Diocese of Kentucky

God Talk, Justice & the Church: What do they have to do with each other?

7 – 8:30 — Bomhard Theatre, KY Center for the Arts

A conversation with the 2023 & 2024 Grawemeyer Award in Religion Winners

The Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas, Interim President of Episcopal Divinity School
The Rev. Dr. Charles Halton, Associate Rector, Christ Church Cathedral, Lexington, KY

Sponsored by the Brennan Theological Fund of the Diocese of Kentucky & Episcopal Divinity School

Do Say Gay: A Rousing Evening of Poetry, Prose, and Preaching celebrating Kentucky’s diverse & inclusive LGBTQ+ Community

7 – 8:30 at Church of the Advent, 901 Baxter Avenue, 2 miles from Convention Center

Featuring: KY Poet Hannah Drake, Bishop Mary Glasspool, KY Author Fenton Johnson.

Sponsored by the Church of the Advent & the Brennan Theological Fund of the Diocese of Kentucky

EPISCO-Disco & Compline

9 – 11:15 At Christ Church Cathedral — 421 South 2nd Street

Celebrate this Louisville specialty with a silent disco (each person gets their own headphones!), local snacks, and close the night with Compline.

Other Diocese of Kentucky Sponsored Events

Recital & Evensong at Calvary Church

Sunday – 821 S 4th St

3:30 Recital, 4:00 Evensong

Candlelight Compline at St. Francis in the Fields

Sunday – 6710 Wolf Pen Branch Rd

7:00 Hors d’oeuvres – 8:00 Compline

Drag Me to Church: A Gospel Drag Show

Calvary Church 821 S 4th St

Two Showings:

Friday 7:00

Saturday 7:00

Episcopal Church Women2024-06-13T18:08:38+00:00June 13th, 2024|

Episcopal Church Women

About Episcopal Church Women

Supplies Needed

For Additional Information

More Resources From the Retreat Presenter

Revd. Luz Maria Lambis Garces – Province Report

Bishops and Deputies Only:

La Plaza Edición de la Trienal – 2024

The Square

Triennial 2024 Workshops

Kentucky Night Events Monday Evening