Reactions to Brexit
June 24, 2016
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Voters in the United Kingdom decided to leave the European Union in a referendum yesterday. Here is a round-up of reactions from around the Church.
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Cathedral of St. Luke, Orlando, describes pastoral response in wake of massacre
June 17, 2016
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A pastoral letter to the congregation of the Cathedral of St. Luke in Orlando, Diocese of Central Florida, describes the pastoral care the Cathedral is providing to the victims of the mass shooting at The Pulse last Sunday.
Brexit vs. Bremain and the ethics of political discourse
June 17, 2016
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As the United Kingdom heads towards a referendum on June 23 to decide if they should remain apart of the European Union, the churches in England have been caught up in the debate even as they try to stay out of it.
Mother Emanuel one year later
June 17, 2016
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One year ago, nine people were killed in a Bible Study at Emanuel AME Zion Church in Charleston, SC. The citizens of the city and the members of the congregation are still coming to terms with the tragedy.
Bishop Goff preaches at ordination in Liverpool
June 17, 2016
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Bishop Susan Goff, Suffragan Bishop of Virginia and assisting Bishop in the Diocese of Liverpool, preached at the ordination of priests at Liverpool Cathedral.
Apostle to the Apostles
June 10, 2016
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Pope Francis has elevated the celebration of St. Mary Magdalene, July 22nd, from that of a “memorial” to a “feast,” recognizing her as the first witness to Christ’s resurrection and as a “true and authentic evangelizer.”
Bishop Seage of Mississippi allows same-sex marriages without special permission
June 10, 2016
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Bishop Brian Seage of Mississippi has decided that clergy in the diocese may perform marriages for same-sex couples without advance permission.
Environmental issues and the Anglican Communion
June 3, 2016
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World Environment Day will be observed on Sunday, June 5, ENS republished a video titled “Environmental issues and the Anglican Communion.”
Episcopalians participate in first National Gun Violence Awareness Day
June 3, 2016
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Episcopalians across the church wore orange shirts, orange ribbons and even orange liturgical stoles June 2 as a sign of their commitment to reducing gun violence in their communities.
Iona Community begins $2.2 million capital campaign
May 27, 2016
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The Iona Community has begun a major capital campaign to preserve the ancient monastery and meet the needs of the many pilgrims who come to the island for prayer and spiritual refreshment.
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