Posts about Peace
November 1, 2023
A Pastoral Word from Bishop Brown
A Pastoral Word from Bishop Thomas Brown to the Episcopal Diocese of Maine in the wake of the mass shooting in Lewiston 27 October 2023 On Wednesday evening, our beloved community of Lewiston joined the...
October 26, 2023
Bishop Brown’s Reflection following the devastation in Lewiston-Auburn
Earlier today in a press briefing Governor Mills captured beautifully not only what we’re feeling, but also what we’re praying. 18 of our neighbors have died, and 13 others are injured.* This is a moment...
April 28, 2023
An Update from EPF MAINE-Chapter
Episcopal Peace Fellowship-Maine (EPF-ME) members have been focused on sharing information about EPF with the diocese. We recently participated in a diocese-wide Town Hall where others joined us to ask questions about EPF-ME. As the...
March 20, 2023
“Never Again – Promises” : A Prayer for Peace
The prayer below was inspired by Episcopal Peace Fellowship‘s Peace Out. “Never Again – Promises” Dear God, who creates, saves, blesses, and sustains us, these things we promise for this day and forever more: Never...
February 8, 2023
Why Justice? A reflection on the Diocesan Justice Commission Meeting
“Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?” From our Episcopal Baptismal Covenant “Do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8...
March 9, 2022
Ways to Support Those Suffering from Violence in Ukraine
Continue to pray for Ukraine and those in danger Collect for Peace from the BCP: Almighty God, kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of peace, and guide with your wisdom those who...
January 11, 2022
EPF’s Peacebuilding Series presentation by Dr. Catherine Meeks
Recap of Dr. Meek’s presentation by Episcopal Peace Fellowship – Maine Chapter In January, Episcopal Peace Fellowship’s monthly series of free, online Peacebuilding presentations featured a dynamic talk by Dr. Catherine Meeks on racial healing....