Mark October 10, 2010 – 10.10.10 – on your calendar as a day to build community, have fun and cut carbon emissions. Michael Schut, Episcopal Church Officer for Environmental/Economic Affairs, says that individuals, families, neighborhoods, congregations, schools, dioceses – communities of all kinds and sizes – can make a positive impact on the future by…

Funds are available for mortgages, small business loans, community economic development, affordable housing, job creation and other avenues for the mission and ministry of The Episcopal Church through the Economic Justice Loan Funds, administered by the Economic Justice Loan Committee (EJLC). Established in 1988 through Resolution C030 by General Convention and in 1989 by The…

Bishop Larry Benfield of the Diocese of Arkansas preached at Stephen”s Episcopal Church, Phoenix, Arizona (Diocese of Arizona) on the Sunday during the House of Bishops meeting here. The following is Bishop Benfield”s sermon. Bishop Larry R. Benfield 19 September 2004 St. Stephen”s, Phoenix You have heard of St. Matthew, St. Paul, and St. Stephen….

Jake Dell has been named Episcopal Church Office of Communication Advertising and Marketing Senior Manager. “I'm very excited to be joining the Communications team at the Episcopal Church,” Dell said. “Coming to this job from the advertising world as well as being a transitional deacon gives me a unique perspective. I'm eager to promote the…

The House of Bishops of The Episcopal Church is meeting in Phoenix, AZ (Diocese of AZ) from September 16 to September 21. The following is an account of the activities for Thursday, September 16, 2010 The House of Bishops (HOB) opened today”s session with a welcome from the host, Diocese of Arizona Bishop Kirk Smith….

The Episcopal Church gives thanks for the remarkable life and ministry of Archbishop Paul Reeves. His service broke many barriers and led the world toward greater reconciliation in Christ. May his soul rest in peace, and may he rise in glory. We pray that all who mourn may find comfort in the gathered community, where…

Young adults have an opportunity to participate in an innovative pilot program, the Episcopal Leadership Institute for Young Adults, which centers on leadership and advocacy training. Presented by the Episcopal Church, the Episcopal Leadership Institute for Young Adults is designed for those 18-30 year olds who wish to develop their skills and knowledge while conversing…

The House of Bishops of The Episcopal Church is meeting in Phoenix, AZ (Diocese of AZ) from September 16 to September 21. The following is an account of the activities for Saturday, September 18, 2010 Bishop Tom Ely of Vermont presented a meditation on “What is God up to in our midst concerning same-sex blessings.”…

Music for Saints The Episcopal Church Office of Communication continues offering a live webcast of musical selections from the First Wednesdays At St. John”s Concerts series originating from St. John”s Church, Lafayette Square, in Washington, DC (Diocese of Washington). The next live concert is on Wednesday, November 3 and begins at 12:10 pm Eastern (11:10…

Episcopal Life Online (http://www.episcopalchurch.org/elife/) wants to hear feedback, ideas, suggestions and comments from its many readers and viewers through a survey designed to garner readers” responses. The survey is available at: http://www.episcopalchurch.org/elosurvey The results of the survey will be instrumental in future communications strategies and Episcopal Life Online services. “This fall we will begin intensive…