By Christina Pacheco Today, one would be hard-pressed to turn on the TV or radio or open social media and not hear about worldwide wars and struggles. The 24-hour news cycle and technological enhancements let us witness these wars and their destruction from the comfort of our own, often safe, homes. Yet, many Americans bristle…

By Joe McDaniel Jr. Black History Month, observed annually in February in the United States, serves as a vital time to recognize and reflect upon the contributions, struggles, and history of Black individuals and communities. Established as a means to combat racism and foster a deeper understanding of the African American experience, this month emphasizes…

By the Rev. Miguel Bustos I love this time of year.  The fall has always been a time of reflection and celebration. From Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. And on Oct. 11, we celebrated National Coming Out Day.  As a gay Latinx member of the Episcopal branch of the Jesus…

(Celebrating Hispanic Heritage through Our Spirituality) By Ema Rosero-Nordalm The richness of our historical and cultural heritage is so extensive and fascinating that it would take pages to describe it in all its fullness. I would invite the Latino communities I love to celebrate our spirituality as a common denominator that allows us in this…

By Shaneequa Brokenleg, staff officer for racial reconciliation Summer is upon us, and the whirlwind of General Convention is over. Every three years, we—bishops, clergy, lay delegates, staff, exhibitors, and observers—meet as a church, and this was my first time experiencing it in a formal way. The Union of Black Episcopalians’ meeting and conference was a great way…

By the Rev. Melanie Mullen What does love mean to you? “Love is what justice looks like in public,” and seeing Episcopalians doing ministry of repairing the breach and proclaiming the dream of God’s Kingdom on Earth showed me how true that phrase is.  Where did you see God in this festival?  I saw God…

By Mike Wallens Imagine being forced from your home, your community, as a refugee, an asylum seeker, or forced from your home by fire and violence. Imagine not knowing what will happen and if you will be welcomed into a new space to be safe.  Imagine Jesus, Mary, and Joseph fleeing from their home. What’s…

By Yamily Bass-Choate I am a Hispanic Latina woman, but that was not the way I always saw myself.  I grew up in Colombia, South America, and came to the United States for college. I had planned to stay for a few years and then return. My plans changed, and I began to plant my…

By Shaneequa Brokenleg At the end of January, I was able to attend Winter Talk, a gathering of Indigenous Episcopalians and folks serving in Indigenous ministry. In this sacred space, we were able to gather as people who are sometimes overlooked by the world…but never by God. As we listened and learned, I was reminded of…

By Melanie Mullen As we commemorate the season of Epiphany, we are reminded of the indelible life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His words and actions continue to inspire us to seek justice and reconciliation in our world. Dr. King spoke profoundly about the interconnectedness of all creation, stating, “Before…