2019 – Page 88 – Episcopal Cafe

Unpacking from the journey

January 11, 2019 No Comments

Taking time for quiet reflection helps solidify experience and helps clear the decks to make space for the next adventure.

Diocese of Tennessee awaits pastoral direction on same-sex marriage

January 10, 2019 6 Comments

“It is disappointing that the bishop tapped to co-chair the Communion Across Difference task force – an official, interim body of the Episcopal Church – has, to date, failed to work within the agreed upon parameters set by the governing body of that church.”

First, sit down

January 10, 2019 No Comments

But the first step is to get them to sit down. In order to receive what they need, they must stop and settle. They must still their anxious feet and pounding hearts and take a breath. Only then do they become open to get what Jesus has to give them.

Anglican Centre in Rome announces Interim Director

January 9, 2019 3 Comments

Noted Australian cleric, Dr John Shepherd named to take over after Director Archbishop Bernard Ntahoturi stepped down last month following allegations of sexual misconduct

Stilling the Soul

January 9, 2019 No Comments

In the peace and quiet of a soul at rest,
let me make my prayer to You,
O Creator, Redeemer, Sustainer.

Bishops United Against Gun Violence to host Facebook Live Friday prayers

January 8, 2019 1 Comment

“Bishops United Against Gun Violence hosted daily “pop-up” prayer services at General Convention… The Episcopalians Against Gun Violence Facebook page had a total of just under 13,500 views for the eight Facebook Live videos, which is an average of 1,675 views per prayer service.”

“Where did Jesus go?”

January 8, 2019 No Comments

I like that thought too: that even though I can’t really see Jesus or touch him or talk to him, I know he’s still here. I feel his love in worship. I experience his goodness through loving my neighbors. I taste and touch his grace in bread and wine.

A marginalization of the vulnerable: Pope Francis speaks up against nationalism

January 7, 2019 4 Comments

” In light of this concern, I chose to devote my Message for this year’s World Day of Peace, celebrated on 1 January, to the theme: Good Politics at the Service of Peace. There is a close relationship between good politics and the peaceful coexistence of peoples and nations. Peace is never a partial good, but one that embraces the entire human race.”

A Simple Rural Wedding

January 7, 2019 No Comments

“So, yes, the wedding feast has meaning. It was the place where Jesus first acted, not in the Temple courtyard or in the synagogue, but in a home filled with joyous people, people celebrating a new family and the promise of children and a life to come.”

Epiphany: Nothing Can Stay the Same

January 6, 2019 1 Comment

Every birth—especially that of Jesus—is also a kind of death. The arrival of a child disrupts our plans and ambitions and rearranges our priorities. It shows us our need for each other. It also shows us the true nature of power and authority, which is love.

The Archive

Year: 2019