The Rev. Margaret Rose, the Episcopal Church’s deputy for ecumenical and interfaith collaboration, reflected on this dialogue, saying: “One of our prayers in communion is that we reveal the unity of the church…That, to me, is about uncovering something that is already there. Part of this full communion conversation is exactly about that.”
“King Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, who has done more to seek religious harmony within Islam and between Islam and other religions than any other living political leader, was announced today as the 2018 Templeton Prize Laureate.”
“In all matters, those of us who have taken vows to obey the doctrine, discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church must act in ways that reflect and uphold the discernment and decisions of the General Convention of the Church.” – Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
In a pastoral letter to his diocese, the Bishop of Albany has stated his refusal to live within Resolution B012 (Marriage Rites for the Whole Church) passed at General Convention last summer.
In what can best be described as “models for creative ministry,” two new congregations which combine Lutheran and Episcopalian members and clergy have begun worshiping
Lucas writes: “As Breast Cancer Awareness Month winds down, I find myself grateful: grateful that the Episcopal Church prioritizes preventative care for its employees, grateful that my primary care doctor is diligent in her care for me, grateful that technology makes stage 1 cancer detection possible, grateful for the medical team that cares for me, and grateful for all the encouragement from friends and colleagues who are survivors. I am blessed beyond measure for all of the people in my life who make carrying this load easier.”
Central American bishops, representing three provinces, have called for “solidarity” from the Anglican Communion as a caravan of migrants makes its way through the region from El Salvador to the US in response to violent and racist rhetoric from the US President
“Robinson’s words, like Curry’s, offer a vision of a religious tradition that marries a commitment to fight social injustice with a theologically robust account of why that fight is so important. For Robinson and Curry alike, a commitment to inclusion and justice isn’t just part of political progressivism, but part of the Christian message itself.”
The Reverend Thomas Keating, the Catholic priest who spent years working on the devotion of centering prayer, has died at the age of 95 in the monastery where he once served as abbot.
In the Episcopal Church’s statement about this transition, Episcopal Service Corps board president Jason Sierra spoke of looking toward new ways of ministry, saying, “At our recent gathering, the board, program directors, and various stakeholders discerned that the resources, expertise, and network of the Episcopal Church’s Faith Formation Department, working in an innovative partnership with our program directors, will help unleash new visions and possibilities for ministry with young adults.”