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Lent 2026: Resources for Renewal and Restoration

February 19, 2026
Written by Kate Johnson

“Although often characterized by austerity and somberness, Lent is largely a season of renewal and restoration. The spiritual work of more...

Lenten Season Compline with Bishop Doug Scharf

February 18, 2026
Written by Lindsey Nickel

  Lent calls us into a deeper rhythm of prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal as we prepare for Holy Week more...

Living as a People of Hope

April 17, 2025
Written by Lindsey Nickel

Welcome to Living as a People of Hope A Seven-Week Bible Study with Bishop Doug Scharf During this Easter season, more...

Rescheduling the 2024 Convention

October 22, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

October 22, 2024 Dear Friends in Christ, As you know, due to the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we more...

Convention Update 10.7.2024

October 7, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

October 7, 2024 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We have been closely monitoring the development of Hurricane Milton, and more...

Serving Starfish: The Heartfelt Journey of St. Alfred’s Rice Bagging Ministry

May 10, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

In the heart of St. Alfred’s Episcopal Church, a simple act of kindness blossomed into a remarkable journey of service more...

Trust in God’s Time.

March 20, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

Jesus often uses the image of a seed when he is teaching about the kingdom of God. This past Sunday, more...

When what hurts us, heals us.

March 13, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

John 3:16 is arguably one of the most well-known verses in the entire Bible. But before John 3:16 is John more...

In the Wilderness, a Lenten Meditation

February 29, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

Today, on Ash Wednesday, I find myself reflecting on the image of wilderness. And in particular, the fact that God’s more...

Ubunto, Them, You, and Me, Too – St. Catherine’s, Temple Terrace Travels to South Africa

January 22, 2024
Written by Lindsey Nickel

After 16 hours in the air the landing gear dropped for our final descent into a deep red sunset over more...

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