Friday, December 20, 2019

As the only choir boarding school in America turns 100, alumni reflect on its lasting influence - Episcopal News Service

As the only choir boarding school in America turns 100, alumni reflect on its lasting influence - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] In fifth grade, most kids are focused on their friends, their favorite TV shows, pushing the limits of their parents’ authority and maybe a sport or two. …

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s Christmas message 2019 - Episcopal News Service

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s Christmas message 2019 - Episcopal News Service: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it,” Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael Curry said in his Christmas Message 2019. The video of the …

The Inspiration Behind 'Democracy in Chains'

2019: A year in review from Church and Society - United Methodist Insight

2019: A year in review from Church and Society - United Methodist Insight

SCJ vs. SMU and a View from a Higher Hilltop - United Methodist Insight

SCJ vs. SMU and a View from a Higher Hilltop - United Methodist Insight

Theological Education and Social Responsibility - United Methodist Insight

Theological Education and Social Responsibility - United Methodist Insight

Church Future Under Negotiation Before GC2020 - United Methodist Insight

Church Future Under Negotiation Before GC2020 - United Methodist Insight

The Slaughter of the Innocents - United Methodist Insight

The Slaughter of the Innocents - United Methodist Insight

Wake Up, Everybody: A Response to the Impeachment of Donald Trump from the AME Church - United Methodist Insight

Wake Up, Everybody: A Response to the Impeachment of Donald Trump from the AME Church - United Methodist Insight

First UMC Dallas to Bless All Marriages Dec. 29 - United Methodist Insight

First UMC Dallas to Bless All Marriages Dec. 29 - United Methodist Insight

Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

How an opera gets made

At UN climate conference, Episcopal delegation urges nations to act swiftly and justly - Episcopal News Service

At UN climate conference, Episcopal delegation urges nations to act swiftly and justly - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] As the impacts of the climate crisis become more dire with each passing year and the catastrophic future scientists predicted decades ago inches closer to reality, governments …

Justice or Barbarism

Justice or Barbarism: We can’t build a wall to keep out climate change. But we can work toward a world where everyone, in every community, can feel safe -- with access to family-sustaining jobs, affordable health care, clean air and water, and a stable climate.

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Integrity president resigns amid mounting criticism - Episcopal News Service

Integrity president resigns amid mounting criticism - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The Rev. Gwen Fry resigned Nov. 25 as president of Integrity USA – the nonprofit organization dedicated to LGBTQ advocacy within The Episcopal Church – as the …

Monday, November 25, 2019

Tell Congress to increase Title I and IDEA in final funding bill

Tell Congress to increase Title I and IDEA in final funding bill: On the heels of passing yet another short-term funding bill—this one expires Dec. 20—House and Senate negotiators continue to seek agreement on a final funding bill for fiscal 2020, which began Oct 1. NEA is pushing for significant increases like those in H.R. 2740, the education appropriations bill passed by the House. The House bill…

Sunday, November 17, 2019

House to take up Voting Rights Advancement Act

House to take up Voting Rights Advancement Act: The House plans to vote before the end of the year on the Voting Rights Advancement Act (H.R. 4), which would once again require states and localities with histories of voter discrimination to seek approval from the U.S. Department of Justice before making any changes in their election laws. The measure is a direct response…

Friday, November 8, 2019

Iconic Boston church reckons with its links to slavery - Episcopal News Service

Iconic Boston church reckons with its links to slavery - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service – Boston] Old North Church is a living witness to one of the most significant chapters in American history. Immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Paul Revere’s …

Bishop joins rally at Wisconsin Capitol for gun safety bills that GOP leaders promptly ignore - Episcopal News Service

Bishop joins rally at Wisconsin Capitol for gun safety bills that GOP leaders promptly ignore - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] Milwaukee Bishop Steven Miller was among a handful of Wisconsin gun safety advocates who spoke Nov. 7 at the state Capitol in Madison in favor of pending …

With elections one year away, Office of Government Relations prepares to launch civic engagement initiatives - Episcopal News Service

With elections one year away, Office of Government Relations prepares to launch civic engagement initiatives - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] Nov. 3 marked the one-year countdown to the U.S. presidential and congressional elections, and The Episcopal Church’s Office of Government Relations is gearing up for a year …

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Thursday, October 31, 2019

Churches invited to support the media in prayer - Episcopal News Service

Churches invited to support the media in prayer - Episcopal News Service: [Anglican Communion News Service] Christians are being urged to make Sunday, Nov. 3 a day of prayer for the media. The Churches Media Trust has developed a resource guide for …

Monday, October 14, 2019

DeVos ally would be a disaster as appellate judge

DeVos ally would be a disaster as appellate judge: Updated October 11, 2019 Steven Menashi, an architect of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos’ disastrous policies, could do even more harm if the Senate confirms his nomination to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Menashi failed to protect students from predatory online institutions, failed to ensure student loans are forgiven for public service,…

Thursday, October 10, 2019

Closer to Jesus of Nazareth: Q&A with Presiding Bishop Michael Curry - Episcopal News Service

Closer to Jesus of Nazareth: Q&A with Presiding Bishop Michael Curry - Episcopal News Service: [Anglican Journal] The Most Rev. Michael Curry is the 27th and current presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church. Curry garnered international attention in 2018, when he preached at the wedding …

Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Adolphe Gouhenant: French Revolutionary, Utopian Leader, and Texas Frontier Photographer

Adolphe Gouhenant: French Revolutionary, Utopian Leader, and Texas Frontier Photographer: Adolphe Gouhenant tells the story of artist, revolutionary, and early North Texas resident Francois Ignace (Adolphe) Gouhenant (1804-1871). Gouhenant was selected by well-known Icarian communist Etienne Cabet to lead an advance guard from France to settle a utopian colony in North Texas. The community, beset by hardships, ultimately scapegoated Gouhenant, accused him of being a French agent, and expelled him.

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Friday, September 20, 2019

Take the American Climate Metrics Survey - Episcopal News Service

Take the American Climate Metrics Survey - Episcopal News Service: You are invited to fill out the American Climate Metrics Survey 2019! The Episcopal Church is participating in this survey to understand the views and concerns church members have about …

United Methodists float plans to split denomination after LGBTQ vote - Episcopal News Service

United Methodists float plans to split denomination after LGBTQ vote - Episcopal News Service: [Religion News Service] The United Methodist Church’s deadline for petitions for its next global meeting passed Sept. 18, setting the terms for a final reckoning with LGBTQ issues that have …

Sewanee Professor to Speak at Newman Canonization - Episcopal News Service

Sewanee Professor to Speak at Newman Canonization - Episcopal News Service: As the Catholic Church’s canonization of John Henry Newman approaches, a professor from the School of Theology in Sewanee will be front and center. The Rev. Dr. Benjamin J. King …

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Friday, September 6, 2019

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Episcopal dioceses, organizations join lawsuit against Trump’s border wall - Episcopal News Service

Episcopal dioceses, organizations join lawsuit against Trump’s border wall - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The dioceses of Long Island and Western Massachusetts, as well as Trinity Church Wall Street and Boston-based Episcopal City Mission, have joined a lawsuit that seeks to …

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Church leaders urge Episcopalians to strive for peace in wake of massacres in Texas, Ohio - Episcopal News Service

Church leaders urge Episcopalians to strive for peace in wake of massacres in Texas, Ohio - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] Episcopal bishops are speaking out in the aftermath of back-to-back mass shootings in Texas and Ohio, offering prayers, conveying the grief of their dioceses and hoping for …

Christian leaders, including Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, condemn Christian nationalism in letter - Episcopal News Service

Christian leaders, including Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, condemn Christian nationalism in letter - Episcopal News Service: [Religion News Service] A group of Christian leaders has condemned Christian nationalism in a new letter, calling it a “persistent threat to both our religious communities and our democracy.” The …

Clergy protest outside Mitch McConnell’s office, demand action on gun violence - Episcopal News Service

Clergy protest outside Mitch McConnell’s office, demand action on gun violence - Episcopal News Service: [Religion News Service] A group of clergy protested outside Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office on Tuesday (Aug 6), calling on the Republican Senate majority leader to take action to address gun …

Sewanee workshop to guide priests grappling with Confederate symbols in their parishes - Episcopal News Service

Sewanee workshop to guide priests grappling with Confederate symbols in their parishes - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] A Confederate battle flag depicted in stained glass. A pew labeled as the one where the president of the Confederacy once worshipped. A cathedral plaque honoring an …

Friday, July 26, 2019

Monday, July 22, 2019

Friday, July 19, 2019

Wednesday, July 17, 2019

Presiding Bishop issues video message on immigration: 'Who is my neighbor?' - Episcopal News Service

Presiding Bishop issues video message on immigration: 'Who is my neighbor?' - Episcopal News Service: “Deeply embedded in the Christian faith, indeed deeply embedded in the Jewish tradition, which is the mother of the Christian faith, and deeply embedded in the faith and traditions and …

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Monday, July 15, 2019

Are Democrats Dominated by the Left? Don't Be So Sure.

Are Democrats Dominated by the Left? Don't Be So Sure.: From much of the media coverage these days, you would think that the undisputed leaders of the Democratic Party are freshman Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez and—of course—Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, even though the constituents that elected them are limited to the 14th District of New York and the states of Massachusetts and Vermont.

Friday, July 12, 2019

Thursday, July 11, 2019

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Episcopal Church response to crisis on the border - Episcopal News Service

Episcopal Church response to crisis on the border - Episcopal News Service: Over the past several weeks, The Episcopal Church has responded to the reports of inhumane conditions for children and other asylum seekers in government custody in a number of ways. …

Thursday, June 27, 2019

Political tensions in Washington over immigration policy fuel Episcopal advocacy, outreach - Episcopal News Service

Political tensions in Washington over immigration policy fuel Episcopal advocacy, outreach - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The Episcopal Church is stepping up its advocacy and outreach on immigration issues as political tensions grow in Washington over looming deportation raids, pending plans for humanitarian …

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Episcopal Church’s advocacy for LGBTQ people pre-dates Stonewall uprising - Episcopal News Service

Episcopal Church’s advocacy for LGBTQ people pre-dates Stonewall uprising - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The full inclusion of LGBTQ people in the life of The Episcopal Church had barely been considered by its policymaking bodies when the Stonewall uprising began on …

Thursday, June 13, 2019

Presiding Bishop releases video message for World Refugee Day - Episcopal News Service

Presiding Bishop releases video message for World Refugee Day - Episcopal News Service: “When we welcome the stranger, we welcome the Lord God himself. We welcome Jesus,” commented Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry in his 2019 World Refugee Day …

Monday, June 10, 2019

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Thank You for Speaking Out Against Attacks - Save the Children Action Network

Thank You for Speaking Out Against Attacks - Save the Children Action Network: Your donation today of any amount will help Save the Children Action Network urge members of Congress and the President to help stop violent attacks against children

Friday, April 19, 2019

Presiding Bishop Curry: Easter 2019 Message - Episcopal News Service

Presiding Bishop Curry: Easter 2019 Message - Episcopal News Service: “In the moments of despair, in the moments of the worst darkness, God had done something incredible,” Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry said in his Easter …

Presiding Bishop Curry: Easter 2019 Message - Episcopal News Service

Presiding Bishop Curry: Easter 2019 Message - Episcopal News Service: “In the moments of despair, in the moments of the worst darkness, God had done something incredible,” Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry said in his Easter …

Thursday, March 28, 2019

Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Support the Equality Act now!

Support the Equality Act now!

Seizing the Family and Community Values Narrative

Seizing the Family and Community Values Narrative: Americans are concerned about health care, education, worker rights, and climate change. Democrats should own these issues, go beyond bashing billionaires, and move toward a more comprehensive agenda for 2020.

Democracy Needs the National Popular Vote

Democracy Needs the National Popular Vote: Want to force presidential candidates to build a real, nationwide base of support? Then ditch the Electoral College.

Thursday, March 14, 2019

232 Jefferson Street Chelsea, MI 48118

232 Jefferson Street Chelsea, MI 48118: Located on one of my favorite streets and a quick stroll to downtown Chelsea, this circa 1870's Victorian is a true beauty and rich with history; built for Julia Congdon, daughter of Chelsea's founder, Elisha Congdon. With abundant natural light, 4 bds with the master on the main level, and one...

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Episcopalians, Methodists ponder full-communion proposal after UMC vote - Episcopal News Service

Episcopalians, Methodists ponder full-communion proposal after UMC vote - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The United Methodist Church’s recent decision to reinforce its opposition to same-sex marriage and the ordination of LGBTQ clergy has not sidetracked pending consideration of a full-communion …

Crusty Old Dean: Dispatches from the Sunken Place: United Methodist...

Crusty Old Dean: Dispatches from the Sunken Place: United Methodist...: Well, like Michael Corleone in Godfather, Part 3, it looks like everytime I think I am out, something drags me back in.  I have been taking ...

House of Bishops opens spring meeting with exploration of the Way of Love - Episcopal News Service

House of Bishops opens spring meeting with exploration of the Way of Love - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service – Hendersonville, North Carolina] The Episcopal Church’s House of Bishops has begun a four-day deep dive into the Way of Love, which Presiding Bishop Michael Curry calls …

Church issues invitation to ‘Take the Pledge’ and care for God’s creation - Episcopal News Service

Church issues invitation to ‘Take the Pledge’ and care for God’s creation - Episcopal News Service: Episcopalians and friends concerned about all of God’s creation are invited to join Presiding Bishop Michael Curry in pledging to take action to protect and renew God’s world and all …

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Church issues invitation to ‘Take the Pledge’ and care for God’s creation - Episcopal News Service

Church issues invitation to ‘Take the Pledge’ and care for God’s creation - Episcopal News Service: Episcopalians and friends concerned about all of God’s creation are invited to join Presiding Bishop Michael Curry in pledging to take action to protect and renew God’s world and all …

Sunday, February 24, 2019

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Same-sex spouses not invited to next year’s Lambeth Conference of bishops - Episcopal News Service

Same-sex spouses not invited to next year’s Lambeth Conference of bishops - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby is not inviting same-sex spouses to the 2020 Lambeth Conference of bishops. Public word of Welby’s decision came in an Anglican Communion …

Monday, February 11, 2019

Thomas Brown elected 10th bishop of Maine in historic vote - Episcopal News Service

Thomas Brown elected 10th bishop of Maine in historic vote - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The Rev. Thomas James Brown was elected Feb. 9 to become the 10th bishop of the Diocese of Maine. Brown, 48, was elected at a special convention …

Friday, February 8, 2019

Alabama church removes pew, plaque dedicated to Confederate President Jefferson Davis - Episcopal News Service

Alabama church removes pew, plaque dedicated to Confederate President Jefferson Davis - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] The pew had been an unmistakable fixture for decades at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Montgomery, Alabama. Online photos show the pew – a cross-shaped poppyhead carved …

Tuesday, February 5, 2019

Here are 7 of Trump's most outrageous lies and distortions during the State of the Union

Here are 7 of Trump's most outrageous lies and distortions during the State of the Union: President Donald Trump spoke from prepared remarks Tuesday night as he delivered the State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress. As Toronto Star reporter Daniel Dale has noted, Trump’s on-script speeches tend to be much more accurate than his off-the-cuff rally tirades, which are filled to the brim with lies and distortions. When he speaks from a teleprompter, his staff produce formalized comments that sometimes withstand fact-checking scrutiny better than his usual …

Friday, January 18, 2019

Episcopalians to join wide range of weekend events honoring Martin Luther King Jr. - Episcopal News Service

Episcopalians to join wide range of weekend events honoring Martin Luther King Jr. - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] Dioceses and congregations churchwide are planning events this weekend, from worship services to forums, for Episcopalians and their communities to honor the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. …

Monday, January 14, 2019

Episcopalians across the country respond to federal shutdown’s impact - Episcopal News Service

Episcopalians across the country respond to federal shutdown’s impact - Episcopal News Service: [Episcopal News Service] As the effects of the longest federal government shutdown in United States history ripple across the country, many Episcopalians are feeling the economic pinch even as others …

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Churchwide Bible reading initiative begins in Epiphany 2019 - Episcopal News Service

Churchwide Bible reading initiative begins in Epiphany 2019 - Episcopal News Service: As we prepare to celebrate the season of Epiphany, Forward Movement, along with partners from across the Episcopal Church, invites all Episcopalians to participate in the Good Book Club. A …

Thursday, January 3, 2019

Episcopal Church sells Austin property - Episcopal News Service

Episcopal Church sells Austin property - Episcopal News Service: The Episcopal Church announces the sale of Block 87 in Austin, Texas, in its entirety to CPG Block 87, LP a Texas limited partnership on December 14, 2018. The Austin …