Wed., Jan. 15, 7-8 p.m. on Zoom The book that will be discussed is “The Land is Not Empty: Following Jesus in Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery,” by Sarah Augustine. Register for the discussion here.
Creating spaces that are both welcoming and secure is one of the most pressing challenges faith communities face today. How can churches, schools, and ministries remain places of hospitality while also preparing for real-world security...
DOWNLOAD A PDF One day in a diocesan staff meeting, I asked, “What is it that you want to hear, or receive, from my convention address?” Among the 10 or so answers, two jumped out...
For two years, The BTS Center has been researching the unique role churches can play in a climate-changed world. Now they’re ready to share their findings with us. At this free presentation you’ll hear all...
Press Release Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts August 14, 2023 Creation Season 2023: Celebration Guide for Episcopal Parishes is now available for those who integrate Creation Season into Sunday worship (Sept. 1- Oct. 4). Curated...
Prayers from the Society of St. John the Evangelist: Compassionate God, as you hear the cry of every suffering creature, so hear the groans of our suffering nation. Pierce the hearts of those who sit...
Celebration Guide for Episcopal Parishes updated for Lectionary Years A, B, and C In 2022, the Rev. John Elliott Lein (artist and priest in Downeast Maine) partnered with the Rev. Dr. Margaret Bullitt-Jonas (Creation Care leader in Massachusetts and Western Massachusetts) to assemble and present liturgical resources for this Season for the benefit of interested yet busy parish worship leaders. Year by year, contributions and diocesan endorsements have grown. Last year, the 2024 Season of Creation worship guide was authorized for use in 50 dioceses across The Episcopal Church.
Supply Clergy Guidelines are intended to be a helpful tool for people in congregations who are responsible for working with clergy filling-in, as well as to serve as a resource for members of the clergy themselves.
National Immigration Law Forum National Immigration Forum: National Immigration Forum: Mass Deportation in the U.S.: Explainer Immigrant Legal Resource Center: State Map on Immigration Enforcement Immigration Hub: Our Work – Immigration Hub US Citizen and Immigration Services...
Global mission is no longer the domain of professional missionaries, but has become the work of everyone in the church. We prayerfully work to build relationships across difference whether in local or international contexts. We...
