New St. Philip’s rector envisions a more inclusive ministry
Rev. Marlene E. Forrest described the occasion as a “beautiful, spirit-filled service.” Rev. Forrest’s installation at the church came nearly two years after she was named priest-in-charge of the 300-member congregation. – Richmond, VA
House of Deputies prepares to elect new president, vice president as candidates declare
Nominees; Julia Ayala Harris, a deputy from the Diocese of Oklahoma and Rev. Devon Anderson a is finishing up her third and final term as House of Deputies president. – National News
‘It’s hurting everybody’: Hawaii food pantries struggle with rising prices and growing need the Episcopal Church Women hymn
The number of people it’s serving has been on the rise for the past six months, as the cost of groceries go up. Last month alone, need was up 15%. – Hawaii News
Hinckley academy sends students to Washington for charter school rally
They were there to rally against new regulations proposed by the U.S. Department of Education, threatening to cut funding to the Federal Charter Schools Program. – Hinckley, ME
Red door churches
One reason is that red is symbolic of the blood of Jesus, our entry into salvation. The red door was a sign of sanctuary, of safety and refuge. – Bedford,, KY