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The Courage to Be Nobody: Simone Biles and the Art of Renunciation

August 3, 2021 No Comments

Few of us can even imagine the pressures of being the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) who is not allowed to fail, the face of the Olympics, America’s standard bearer, and the always dependable foundation of the team’s success. But her renunciation of these burdens, however temporary, may be her greatest achievement insofar as it helps athletes—and society as a whole—engage with issues of mental health and personal well-being as never before, without stigma or shame.

Rest …

August 3, 2021 No Comments

“Rest (v): Trusting we are enough. Trusting we are loved. Savoring the gift of this life.”

Diocese of Central Gulf Coast summer reading program: Freedom School

August 2, 2021 No Comments

An Episcopal priest who champions learning, and a retired teacher have created Freedom School, a summer program to bring kids in Pensacola up to grade level in reading. The Rev. Kammy Young is Canon Missioner for Development: Evangelism and Mission Engagement for the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast. Mrs. Nettie Eaton is former principal at Booker T. Washington High School in Pensacola.

GAFCON Australia: we plan a schismatic diocese

August 2, 2021 No Comments

Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia responds to GAFCON plan for schismatic diocese: “orthodox Anglicans can continue with confidence as members of the Anglican Church of Australia. To suggest or insinuate otherwise is to not speak the truth.”

Creating a New Normal for Our Churches and Those Still Struggling in this Turbulent Time

August 2, 2021 No Comments

“What are the new challenges people in your congregation and your neighborhood are facing as we race into the fall of 2021? What are creative and compassionate ways you and your church can reach out to those that are still struggling with the ongoing challenges of this troubled time?”

Allegations of mishandling of misconduct in ACNA spread

August 1, 2021 6 Comments

Two of ten women who alleged sexual misconduct by the now-former rector of All Souls Wheaton (Diocese of Pittsburg, the schismatic Anglican Church in North America) say the diocese mishandled the case under former Bishop Hobby and interim Bishop Minns.