Dear people of God in The Episcopal Church: For more than a century, Episcopalians have given generously to the Good Friday Offering, which supports the vital work and ministries of the Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East. Today, the need of the church in the Holy Land is greater than ever, particularly given the recent escalation of war in the Middle East, and I hope you will join me in making a generous gift today at iam.ec/goodfridayoffering.

As The Episcopal Church continues to expand its mission service opportunities for young leaders, applications are open for those ages 21-35 interested in a transformative outreach experience during 2026-2027. The priority deadline for U.S-based placements is Jan. 16.

The Rev. Canon David Ulloa Chavez has been named The Episcopal Church’s partnership officer for Latin America and the Caribbean. Chavez brings years of bilingual and bicultural leadership experience in diocesan and churchwide contexts, serving most recently as rector of All Saints of the Desert Episcopal Church in Sun City, Arizona, and canon for border ministries for the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona.

The Rev. Canon David Ulloa Chavez has been named The Episcopal Church’s partnership officer for Latin America and the Caribbean. Chavez brings years of bilingual and bicultural leadership experience in diocesan and churchwide contexts, serving most recently as rector of All Saints of the Desert Episcopal Church in Sun City, Arizona, and canon for border ministries for the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona.

Episcopalians are invited to enhance their Good Friday devotion by attending a sacred performance of music devoted to this solemn day. The concert is being given in support of the 103 years of the Good Friday Offering, which assists churches, medical programs, and schools in the Anglican Province of Jerusalem and the Middle East.