Writing Style Guide Glossary

In a title or as a proper noun, the abbreviation “St.” is preferred. For parishes named after a saint, the saint’s name takes an apostrophe…

This term is preferred over “gay marriage.” Where same-sex marriage is legal, there is no need to distinguish it from “marriage” unless…

Capitalize when referring to writings in the Bible. The movie contained many Scripture references. We will turn to the Scriptures for…

Lowercase spring, fall, winter, summer.

Twice a year (synonymous with biannual). Don’t confuse with biennial, which means every two years.

Capitalize the first word in a statement that stands as a sentence, including after a colon. She noted the following: All revisions made to…

Page 1, Page 30b. Season 1, Season 2. This is the second episode of Season 5 of the podcast. General Convention approved Resolution A012.

Hyphenate noun and adjectival forms; use two words as a verb. The sign-up forms are on the website. Sign up for the webinar online.

Both terms are acceptable. Many prefer the term enslaved person/people to separate identity from circumstances; some prefer slave to…

Lowercase the season. The spring term will include special speakers on Wednesdays. The retreat was held in spring 2022.