ECW Women in the News

Quilters, knitters, crocheters use skills for ministry

“As it was created, you were prayed for, asking the Lord to give you many blessings.” – Oregon

In a solemn tradition, families gather and reflect at the annual Vigil of Remembrance for those killed in impaired driving crashes

…the vigil is a fitting ceremony — “There’s no tears, just thinking.” – Pittsfield, MA

A ‘general store’ in the spirit of St. Nicholas

The church also holds a regular “jumbo” shop every Tuesday, Thursday and the first and third Saturday of every month. – New London, CT

Trinity Episcopal Church celebrates ordination of new pastor

Rev. Sarah Diener-Schlitt will be ordained to the priesthood at Trinity Episcopal Church in Houghton, MI

Giving, pantry and coat trees

…the tree stays in place year around. It is replenished regularly by volunteers with socks, knit hats, personal hygiene items and even dog treats.

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New reverend, community garden installed at Trinity Pro-Cathedral

“I am confident that the Episcopal Churches of the West Branch Convocation can be a witness to God’s love in our region,” said Mother Lauri. – Central PA

Two new clergy members join local Episcopal parish

Cox currently serves as priest-in-residence on the staff of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Middletown. – Cape Cod, MA

Historic church in Tombstone, Arizona – ‘the town too tough to die’ – gains new life

The church has survived earthquakes and desert monsoons over the last 140 years.

Diocese of Oregon lists headquarters for sale, seeking more accessible and flexible space

“Since becoming your bishop in February 2021, I have heard many of you encouraging us to relocate to an area that reflects the mission and ministry of the diocese ”

Pajama drive brings Northwestern Pennsylvania community together to help children in need

There’s a good way to tell it’s November in Oil City, Pennsylvania

Demand rises at food pantries, including in Hudson Valley

Deacon Irma Bahr-Madrid could spend her weekends doing anything, but she’s spent them, for years, helping people in need

UP group sheds light on state’s history of Native American boarding schools

In an effort to “Americanize” native children, they were forced to cut their hair, abandon their language, and denounce non-Christian beliefs.

Equity a topic as Trinity Episcopal hosts World AIDS Day event (L.A. PARKER COLUMN)

The Diocese of New Jersey outreaches through a Trinity Episcopal Cathedral World AIDS Day event on Dec. 1.

Bishop Carol Gallagher appointed assistant bishop of Diocese of Massachusetts

Gallagher has been serving in the Diocese of Massachusetts since November 2018

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Episcopal churches in Colorado offer prayers, support after deadly rampage at LGBTQ+ club

“Our hearts go out to the victims and their families as we hold them in our prayers….”

With jazz, incense, hands on her head, Louisiana Episcopalians ordain a woman bishop

Rev. Anne B. Jolly selected to be next Bishop of Ohio

Rev. Anne B. Jolly is the first woman to be chosen as a bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio

Local Episcopal churches help eliminate $1.68 million in medical debt

“While we may have some control over our health, most emergencies that lead to medical debt are unexpected and largely unavoidable…” –  Washington County, PA

St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Washougal names new vicar

Annie Calhoun, who replaces retired vicar Kathleen Patton, has ‘heart for outreach’ – Washougal, WA

Episcopal Church releases 2021 parochial report data, offering snapshot of pandemic disruption

The summaries of churchwide membership, attendance and revenue figures offer the fullest statistical picture yet of the unprecedented disruption to parish life caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

New film explores Episcopal Church’s groundbreaking history of ethical investing

…highlights the church’s pioneering efforts in conducting socially responsible investing more than a half-century ago.

Local Episcopalian Women’s Group Has Crafted Christmas Stockings For 72 Years

Since 1950, the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) group of Yankton has been handcrafting brightly colored, personalized, felt Christmas stockings

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Central Florida’s canon prohibiting same-sex marriage becomes issue in bishop election

At the root of that contradiction is a diocesan canon restricting marriage to “one woman and one man.”

Bike program coming to Englewood

“…one way to keep the program going is to coordinate with bike shops and churches that have a bike repair program.” – FL

Nonprofit started by teen to help mothers opens new location in Eagan a decade later

…to help mothers and children who need clothes, school supplies or anything else they may need. – Minneapolis, MN

Blessing of grounds Wednesday for International African American Museum

The museum broke ground in 2020 after 20 years of planning. – Charleston, SC

Faith: Learning from people of different faiths, places can build connection

At St. Matthew’s we value people being their authentic selves as they grow closer to God and one another. – Austin, TX

Church Gets Hands Dirty in Drive for Affordable Housing

The church contributed $11,000 to the project, including the purchase of the plants and actual planting.

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Lafayette Chief Estorge promises transparency, community investment: ‘I am ready to get started’

Estorge said her faith has been central to her life and career and she hopes to bring that to the department in the form of a chaplain program. – Lafayette, LA

Vivienne Daly celebrates 105

Daly was born in Georgetown, the capital of Guyana, in 1917, when the country was known as British Guiana – Baltimore, MD

Mapping Georgetown: A ‘Keeper of the Keys’ at St. John’s Episcopal

“We are thankful to the work and legacy of Frida Burling, the House Tour’s guiding light for so many years…” – Georgetown, DC

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church to host Celtic services beginning this month

The Celtic Candlelight and Communion Service incorporates ages-old Celtic traditions, music, candlelight, and readings related to themes with roots in the natural world. – Longmeadow, MA

Louisville-area food banks trying to keep up with increased community demand ahead of Thanksgiving

CLCM partners with the Calvary Episcopal Church’s pantry downtown, which Lowe said served more than 1,800 in October.

Meet the new bishop of the Episcopal Church of Utah

Bishop Spiegel wants to ensure everyone who attends the Episcopal Church feels safe and comfortable.

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Reclaiming Saint Stephens

“It just felt like a real gift of love,” said the Rev. Becky Bridges, associate rector for formation and outreach at Saint Stephen’s. – Vestavia Hills, AL

Women in charge: Paving the way for the next generation | COMMENTARY

I’m incredibly proud of her, but sometimes it amazes me we’re still celebrating women’s firsts. – Baltimore, MD

Film project at Massachusetts parish memorializes former slave buried under church

“Here Lies Darby Vassall.”

Upstate New York congregation finds storefront worship ‘liberating’ after selling church building

The storefront, a former wine bar in the city’s bustling downtown entertainment district, was only a half mile away from the old church but a more intimate venue

Environmental Minister Has Four Words for Those Who Deny Climate Change

One of the biggest problems is that people don’t want to talk about climate change.

Los Angeles project develops lay chaplaincy curriculum to open doors for more to serve

The Rev. Jana Milhon-Martin sees chaplaincy as a call open to all

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Mary Adelia McLeod, 84, Dies; First Female Bishop of an Episcopal Diocese

She was elected to lead the Vermont Diocese in 1993

Meet the first Latina woman to become an ordained priest at the Episcopal Diocese of Philadelphia

“I used to tell my mom when I was like 5 or 6 years old, one day I’m going to become a nun,” Mother Jessie said. – PA

Sara Milford: In Faith Matters, connection comes with conversation

“Every church says that they’re friendly and welcoming, with the best hospitality,” the speaker said, “but they’re liars.” – Bentonville, AR

Central Gulf Coast church’s senior center offers opportunities for environmental volunteerism

members of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church got busy calling area churches and civic groups

Fiesta with St. Phillip’s this week

The Episcopal Church Women are selling 32 oz containers of frozen, precooked chili for… – Palestine, TX

Arms wide open

“They just embraced us,” Lane said. “It’s what kept us here.” – Coeur d’Alene, ID

Florida delegates ask diocese to postpone new bishop coadjutor election

“We believe that this election is being rushed forward…”

Anglican Watch calls for major reforms in Episcopal Diocese of Virginia

Stevenson may well be the last Episcopal bishop of Virginia. We simply cannot cling to outdated notions…

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Update on the Pain and Prayer Project – a ministry of hope and healing

This ministry is part of an innovative “Church and Academia Model,” which is spearheading academic research at the intersection of religion and medicine. – DE

The Church Mouse in Palm Beach opens for season

The Church Mouse has been open for more than 50 years and has donated more than $10 million from its sales to charities – Palm Beach, FL

After 40 years, Toni’s Kitchen keeps looking to the future to help Montclair community

About 700 meals a year were served, restaurant-style, around tables set with flowers, tablecloths and silverware. – Montclair, NJ

Tennessee bishops urge voters to back constitutional change outlawing slavery without exception

The bishops of the three Episcopal dioceses in Tennessee are calling on Episcopalians to vote Nov. 8 in favor of a state constitutional amendment that would unequivocally outlaw slavery

Hope and history: Narvon’s Bangor Episcopal Church reflects on 300 years

Step onto the lush grounds of Bangor Episcopal Church in Narvon and travel back a few hundred years.

Pastors and Disasters: A look into Community-Based Disaster Relief

How have local communities addressed disasters in the past?

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Ocean Springs church discusses human trafficking

Bernhard also shared what she learned throughout her research and writing process regarding human trafficking. – Ocean Springs, MS

CHURCH DONATES DOLLS FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS

Officers at Central Patrol and East Patrol now have handmade dolls that they can give to children in crisis. – Kansas City, MO

New church service is designed by youth

“I have yet to hear ‘We’re bored’ or ‘Do we have to go?’”. – Ipswich, MA

Episcopal Bishop to welcome new pastor to Trinity Church

Rev. Sampey comes to Meredith from St. James Episcopal Church, Mosinee, Wisconsin. – NH

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