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Applications accepted for domestic poverty ministry grants
Applications are now accepted for grants from the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society that center on new or revitalized efforts in domestic poverty ministry. The purpose of the grants is to engage Episcopalians in ministry among the economically impoverished in the United States; To provide opportunity to the marginalized to overcome chronic adversities; To challenge […]
Follow the #ShareTheJourney pilgrims through social media
Follow each step of the way of the pilgrims on the #ShareTheJourney as they participate in an 11-day pilgrimage to the Great Lakes region of Africa. Eight Episcopal pilgrims depart on March 2 on the #ShareTheJourney pilgrimage, designed to raise awareness of ways in which the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society, through its Episcopal Migration […]
Episcopal Church submits written statement for 2015 United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
With the 2015 United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW) meeting on the horizon, The Episcopal Church submitted its first ever official written statement to the 59th Session last October detailing persistent challenges to women’s empowerment and gender equality and offering action steps. 2015 UNCSW This year, UNCSW will undertake a review of […]
Media Advisory: Episcopal Church Executive Council to meet March 19- 21 in Salt Lake City
The Executive Council of The Episcopal Church will meet March 19 – 21 the Radisson Hotel in Salt Lake City, UT (Episcopal Diocese of Utah). Media representatives wishing to attend the meeting must secure credentials. Contact Neva Rae Fox, Public Affairs Officer, at publicaffairs@episcopalchurch.org. A media conference with access for media not able to attend […]
Studying Your Congregation and Community: free tool provides info on congregational, diocesan trends
Find current information here: Study your Neighborhood — The General Convention of The Episcopal Church The Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society has posted information to help congregations and dioceses understand the demographics of their areas, an important tool for growth and vision processes. The information, Studying Your Congregation and Community, is available for no fee […]
Deadline extended for United Thank Offering special anniversary grants for young adults
The deadline has been extended for applications for the United Thank Offering special $1250 grant for young adults (ages 21-30). Established by United Thank Offering, a ministry of the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society to promote thankfulness and mission in the whole Church, in honor of its 125th anniversary, the grants are designed to provide […]
Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent
The holy season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18, and continues to the festive day of Easter on April 5. The following are offerings from the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society for a reflective, meditative Lenten season. Live webcast The Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society will offer a live webcast of a traditional […]
Panelists announced for The Climate Change Crisis
The Climate Change Crisis, presented by the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society on March 24, and addressing one of the most significant topics in today’s society, will feature panelists well-versed in the critical areas of the environment and the impact of climate change on our world. The 90-minute live webcast will originate from Campbell Hall […]
Episcopal Church House of Bishops to gather in retreat for prayer, reflection, discussion
Bishops of The Episcopal Church will gather for the House of Bishops spring retreat meeting March 13 – 17 at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC. The theme of the gathering will be Fostering a culture of curiosity, compassion and courage in Christ. Meditations will be offered by various bishops on aspects of the theme. […]
New resource for personal reflection: Daily Prayer for All Seasons
Daily Prayer for All Seasons is now available for free downloading on the website of The Episcopal Church here Developed by the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music and authorized by the 77th General Convention in 2012 (Resolution A055 here), the prayers in Daily Prayer for All Seasons are presented according to liturgical season beginning […]
