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The Rt. Rev. Melissa Skelton blesses three of eight new stained-glass windows centered on the stories of women in the Bible at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Medina, Washington, on Jan. 25. Photo: Jennifer Winter Photography [Episcopal News Service] Eight new stained-glass windows that feature women of the Bible were blessed during the Sunday service Jan….
Chicago bishop visits immigrant detainee as judge blocks Trump from sending troops to city
[Episcopal News Service] Chicago Bishop Paula Clark visited this week with an immigrant detainee from her diocese who is being held at a facility in Michigan, where he spoke to Clark of “the emotional toll of his detention — the isolation, uncertainty, and hardship he faces daily.” Clark issued a written statement after visiting Oct….
Gathering of Leaders meets virtually to discuss church leadership in a time of change
Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe spoke about church leadership in a time of change during a June 3 virtual meeting of the Gathering of Leaders, a group of Episcopal clergy and lay leaders who share experiences and resources through networking events year-round. Photo: Screenshot [Episcopal News Service] Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe spoke about church leadership in…
New ‘halo’ heating chandeliers will help take the chill off Australia cathedral
[The Melbourne Anglican] St. Paul’s Cathedral in Melbourne, Australia, with its soaring ceiling, is not known for its warmth. However, that is about to change. The cathedral will trial United Kingdom-designed radiant chandeliers known as “Halos” in August-September. Dean Andreas Loewe explained this was part of the cathedral’s strategic commitment to sustainability. “This investment in greener…
Committees hear testimony on canonical language requiring baptism to receive Communion
The Rev. James Richardson, bottom right, a deputy from the Diocese of Northern California, answers a question from the Rev. Melissa Adzima of Colorado, bottom left, a member of the House of Deputies Prayer Book, Liturgy and Music Committee, during a hearing on April 10. Watching on the Zoom screen are the chair of the…
Resolution would allow ‘local ecumenical partnerships’ between Episcopal, Presbyterian churches
The Rev. Elise Johnstone speaks in favor of Resolution A042 during a May 4 hearing of the Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations legislative committees. Photo: Zoom screenshot [Episcopal News Service] The legislative committees on Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations on May 4 heard testimony on Resolution A042, which would allow for local ecumenical partnerships between The Episcopal…
