Episcopal Presiding Bishop Jefferts Schori on Immigration:
“The Episcopal Church seeks justice, dignity, and equality in these matters, and we will partner with any and all who share those values and priorities,” Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori said at the Brookings Institute in Washington DC on June 15. Presiding Bishop Jefferts Schori participated in a panel presentation discussing “How religious…
Public Affairs
Jun 15, 2010
Justice and Advocacy Fellowship recipients announced for poverty alleviation and environmental stewardship
Samuel McDonald, Episcopal Church Director of Mission and Deputy Chief Operating Officer, has announced the recipients of the one-year and two-year Justice and Advocacy Fellowships for social justice and advocacy work for The Episcopal Church. The Justice and Advocacy Fellowships for Domestic Poverty and Environmental Stewardship, new initiatives of The Episcopal Church, will provide financial…
Public Affairs
Jul 21, 2014
This Year’s Sermon Authors
Danae Ashley The Rev. Danae Ashley is an Episcopal priest, international speaker, and voiceover actress who has ministered with parishes in North Carolina, New York, Minnesota, and the Seattle area and is a psychotherapist at Soul Spa Seattle, LLC. Danae uses art, music, drama, poetry, and movement in counseling, spiritual direction, and creation of ritual. She…
Episcopalians cite five goals for the future in Strategic Planning survey results
The results of the Strategic Planning survey indicate youth and young adults, evangelism and elements of congregational life are top on Episcopalian”s suggestions for the future. The results of the Strategic Planning survey were shared with Executive Council at the group”s recent meeting in Memphis, TN. Complete results from the Strategic Planning survey along with…
Public Affairs
Nov 5, 2009
Episcopal Church joins 10.10.10 movement The Global Work Party to cut carbon emissions
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…
Public Affairs
Sep 9, 2010
Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe shares staff updates in letter to church leaders
The following letter from Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe was sent earlier today to leaders throughout The Episcopal Church.
From the Presiding BishopPresiding Bishop Sean RowePublic Affairs
Nov 4, 2024
The Episcopal Church calls for prayers for peace in the Holy Land
“We offer our prayers and support during this time of violence in Israel and Palestine. In Luke 19:41, we are reminded, ‘That when Jesus drew near and saw the city, he wept over it.’ Many still weep. We pray for those who have been killed, injured, are searching for loved ones, and are struggling with grief and fear….
Office of Government Relations
Oct 7, 2023
Innovative Media Hub brings General Convention to all people
The innovative Media Hub, developed and produced by the Episcopal Church Office of Communication, will bring the 77th General Convention 2012 to all people, wherever they may be, available here: https://www.episcopalnewsservice.org/. “Whether our viewers are attending General Convention in Indianapolis, or they are in their own dioceses and homes, they can follow all the action…
Public Affairs
Jul 2, 2012
Episcopal Church Executive Council: Opening remarks from Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe
Following is a lightly edited transcript of opening remarks by Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe to the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church, meeting Feb. 17-19 in Linthicum Heights, Maryland.
From the Presiding BishopPresiding Bishop Sean RowePublic Affairs
Feb 17, 2025
Sermon at investiture of the 28th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church
Following is a transcript of a sermon delivered by the Most Rev. Sean Rowe during the Nov. 2, 2024, service of Holy Eucharist and Investiture for the 28th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church.
From the Presiding BishopPresiding Bishop Sean RowePublic Affairs
Nov 2, 2024